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Dracaena Compacta 4 ft tall Extra Large Mid-Century
Estimated ship date: 08-20-2020
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High demand This plant-and-pot combo is currently available for backorder. Reserve this popular item now, or switch pot style or color to check for immediate availability!
30-day Guarantee
Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn’t settle in comfortably within the first 30 days, we’ll replace it.
Plant Doctor
Our houseplants are unique, and so are you. Each of our green plants is pampered and delivered with care. Our Plant Doctor is available for personalized and ongoing support to keep your houseplant thriving and looking great.
Secure Delivery
"White-Glove" delivery or shipped in our exclusive Packaging, your plant will remain protected during its journey. From conception to your show, we strive to achieve a positive social and ecological footprint. We have designed plastic-free packaging made from recycled and recyclable cardboard. With our "No Risk Delivery" guarantee, you can have peace of mind! If, despite all the care we took in preparing your order, your plant or pot is damaged, we will send you a replacement free of charge.
Plant Details & Size
Reminiscent of the fantastical truffula trees from Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, this sprightly and structural plant is a compact variety from the Dragon Tree family. As a slow grower, this tree is perfect for those looking for a taller house plant to style up smaller spaces.
- Overall size from bottom of pot to the top leaf: 4 ft tall
- Nursery Pot ⌀ : 10cm
- Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA
- Native to Southeast Africa
- Botanical name: Dracaena fragrans ‘Janet Craig’
*Please note that our plants are live and naturally grown (not artificial), so each one is unique, and shape or appearance may vary. While we aim to deliver plants within ±10% of the listed height, this cannot be fully guaranteed. If you have specific preferences or questions about plant height, please reach out, we're happy to assist.
Is This the Right Plant for You?
Also known as the ‘Janet Craig’ this Dracaena was named after the daughter of a Philadelphia plant nurseryman. It is the slowest growing of the Dracaena family and on rare occasions will flower.
Difficulty: Expert
The Dracaena Compacta requires a bit of special care
Toxicity
Careful with pets.
The plant may cause mild irritation if ingested. More information here.
Location & Brightness
Prefers medium light · View Light Guide
Pot Design & Size
Construction and details
Meticulously hand-crafted ceramic cylinders, designed specifically for your plants to thrive. Wood stands are handcrafted from reclaimed wood and finished with natural oil.
Plants remain in their plastic grow containers which are placed inside the waterproof ceramic pots, and slightly elevated on foam blocks.
Care Essentials
Location & Brightness
Prefers medium light · View Light Guide
Watering
1 cup of water when soil is dry, avoid over-watering
Care Guide
Find more information in the complete care guide for the Dracaena Compacta.
Mid-Century Modern Elegance
Our Mid-Century collection pairs high-fire ceramic pots with reclaimed wood stands, offering a nod to classic design with a focus on sustainability. Teak is used for light and dark stands, while black stands feature durable mahogany, underscoring our commitment to sophisticated indoor gardening and environmental responsibility. Designed and engineered with form and function in mind, these pieces are perfectly sized, water sealed, surface safe, and made from non-toxic materials.
A bright finish,
A unique staging
When you purchase a plant from Léon & George, each order is prepared with the utmost care and service:
- Sourced from top California growers
- Hand-selected for health, shape and beauty
- Cleaned and shined with our own all-natural soaps
- Trimmed and pruned for blemishes
- Inspected and treated with systemic bug protection
- Soil is topped with preserved forest moss for a refined finished touch
- Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you
When ordered with a ceramic pot, your set comes pre-assembled with our staging method for optimal airflow and drainage. This method ensures long-term comfort and care of your plant, repotting is not recommended.
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Plant Stylist at Léon & George
Designers love the Dracaena Compacta for its laddered levels of foliage. It's a perfect way to add dimension and texture to a space, and as it grows taller over time, introduces a unique and compact shape to any space.
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| Top Crop Selection Larger and fuller plants, hand-selected for quality |
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| Complete Finish Fully shined, designer pot, staged, moss or pebble topping |
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| Ready to Thrive Healthy plant, proper drainage, insect protection |
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| Guarantee 45 days included, extendable to 12 months |
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| Plant Doctor Access Personalized support from experts |
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Clean, as advertised
Beautiful “turn key” plant. Grown to spec and as advertised
Verified Buyer
03/05/24
Sacramento, CA
I love it….. hopefully I won’t over water it
I’d love to have more!
Verified Buyer
09/01/24
Cathedral City, CA
Quality
I was shocked by how carefully packaged and well looked after reach of my plants arrived. They are all beautiful and thriving! Thank you! Worth every penny.
Verified Buyer
08/03/23
Easley, SC
Verified Buyer
14/01/23
Green Brook Township, NJ
Great delivery - easy to get setup
Awesome! Very happy!
Verified Buyer
01/10/22
Daniel Island, SC
