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Compact Dragon Tree

Dracaena Fragrans 'Compacta'

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Overview

The Compact Dragon Tree, Dracaena fragrans 'Compacta', is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub with a dense, upright form. Thriving best in partial shade, it features rich, dark green leaves that grow compactly around its central stem, reaching up to 6 ft in height and 3 ft in width over time. Ideal for indoor spaces or shaded outdoor areas, it requires minimal watering and offers air-purifying qualities, making it both decorative and functional.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 9–10Climate Subtropical
Compact Dragon Tree (Dracaena Fragrans 'Compacta') — evergreen shrub with a dense

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2.5 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Agavaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Compact Dragon Tree (Dracaena Fragrans 'Compacta') — upright plant that requires little attention; typically measuring about 12 to 24 inches in length and 2 to
Compact Dragon Tree (Dracaena Fragrans 'Compacta') — reaching up to 6 ft in height and 3 ft in width over time; evergreen shrub with a dense, image 52
Compact Dragon Tree (Dracaena Fragrans 'Compacta') — dark green leaves that grow compactly around its central stem; it thrives in USDA Hardiness, image 51
Compact Dragon Tree (Dracaena Fragrans 'Compacta') — Thriving best in partial shade; although they grow at a sluggish rate of 2 to 4 inches per year, image 50
Compact Dragon Tree (Dracaena Fragrans 'Compacta') — Ideal for indoor spaces or shaded outdoor areas; commonly referred to as the Compact Dragon, image 53

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