How to prune dracaena compacta

Spring, if cane reduction is needed. To reduce height, cut the cane straight across at the desired level using a sharp, clean blade. New growth will bud from just below the cut after several weeks. Remove yellowing rosette leaves by pulling them cleanly downward from the cane.

Rarely — every several years if height control is needed. Dracaena fragrans 'Compacta' is a very slow grower that rarely needs pruning. Remove yellowing lower leaves as the cane naturally self-cleans over time. If the cane grows too tall over many years, it can be cut back in spring and will re-sprout. Otherwise, leave it alone.

To reduce height, cut the cane straight across at the desired level using a sharp, clean blade. New growth will bud from just below the cut after several weeks. Remove yellowing rosette leaves by pulling them cleanly downward from the cane.