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Dumb Cane Compacta
Dieffenbachia 'Compacta'
Price comparison:
£9.99 – £21.95
From 3 UK retailers
Dumb Cane Compacta is a tropical plant that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. It grows to about 1.2m. Tropical foliage plant.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H1 (Indoor Only)
Size
📏 1.2m tall × 60cm wide
Wildlife
🐝 Tropical foliage plant
Compare Prices
Prices from 3 retailers across 2 pot sizes
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Prices last checked: 27 Sept 2026
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Retailers shown in order of price — lowest first within each pot size. Packs are compared only with packs of the same size.
| Crocus £5.99 flat rate per order | £9.99Checked 22 Oct | 12cm | View at CrocusOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Primrose Standard delivery from £4.99 | £9.99Checked 23 Oct | 12cm | View at PrimroseOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Crocus
£5.99 flat rate per order
Size: 12cm
Primrose
Standard delivery from £4.99
Size: 12cm
| Hortology Delivery from £6.99. Free on orders over £75. | £21.95Checked 27 Sept | 17cm | View at HortologyOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Hortology
Delivery from £6.99. Free on orders over £75.
Size: 17cm
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Prices last checked: 27 Sept 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
Dumb Cane Compacta is a tropical plant that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. It grows to about 1.2m. Tropical foliage plant.
Latin Name
Dieffenbachia 'Compacta'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H1
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
Mature Height
1.2m
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Dumb Cane Compacta cost in the UK?
Dumb Cane Compacta prices in the UK range from £9.99 to £21.95 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £9.99 for a 12cm pot at Crocus. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy Dumb Cane Compacta online in the UK?
You can buy Dumb Cane Compacta from 3 UK nurseries including Hortology, Crocus, Primrose. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Dumb Cane Compacta?
The scientific name for Dumb Cane Compacta is Dieffenbachia 'Compacta'.
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