dracaena fragrans growth rate Dracaena fragrans 'Compacta' Specimen 34 / 150 – Conservatory Archives

dracaena fragrans growth rate Dracaena fragrans 'Compacta' Specimen 34 / 150 – Conservatory ArchivesDue to their slow growth rate and compact habit this species is usually available with just a few slim straight stems potted together into one pot. This particular specimen has many stems, with a much fuller silhouette of irregularly shaped stems and tight tufts of leaves all around. Distinct rosettes of tightly packed, deep green lanceolate leaves grow at the top of each stem. The perfect plant to fill a small, shady corner in need of some bold

Due to their slow growth rate and compact habit this species is usually available with just a few slim straight stems potted together into one pot. This particular specimen has many stems, with a much fuller silhouette of irregularly shaped stems and tight tufts of leaves all around.

Distinct rosettes of tightly packed, deep green lanceolate leaves grow at the top of each stem. The perfect plant to fill a small, shady corner in need of some bold greenery. Over time, these species can develop characterful, impressive shapes in our homes, contorting their trunks as they try to reach for the natural light.

WATERING

In S/S water when 30% of the top soil has dried out. In A/W allow top soil to dry out 50%.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Bright, indirect, shade tolerant.

FEED

Use a houseplant fertiliser 2-3 times a year.

REPOTTING

Repot every 3 years or alternatively replace the top 10cm of the soil with fresh house plant compost every 2 years.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

34 / 150cm

Plant is supplied in its plastic nursery pot.