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Allamanda cathartica 'Compacta'

Also Known As

  • Dwarf Allamanda

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

Allamanda cathartica 'Compacta' plant details

Allamanda cathartica 'Compacta' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Allamanda cathartica 'Compacta'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: compact, container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Allamanda cathartica 'Compacta'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

2" brilliant golden yellow blooms are produced endlessly on a dense dwarf mounding evergreen shrub. Does not tolerate cool, wet winters very well.

Gardening facts about Allamanda cathartica 'Compacta' plant

How to Grow Allamanda cathartica 'Compacta'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Texture

    • glossy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
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