Product description
Cordyline Red Star, commonly known as Cabbage Palm, is a tropical-looking evergreen tree with distinctly coloured, striking bronze-red foliage. The long, thin leaves will emerge from a robust trunk and arch down gracefully.
In summer, the plant will release clusters of small, ivory white flowers that are extremely attractive to bees and strongly perfumed with a sweet aroma. The pretty blossoms will be followed by red berries in autumn that are loved by birds.
Cordyline will be ideal for growing in a decorative patio pot, and suit a sunny border for a beautiful, exotic look.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Green-leaved cordylines thrive best in full sun, while those with coloured leaves prefer light shade.
How to Water
Water regularly during the first growing season. After this, cordylines are relatively drought tolerant and only need to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Plant cordylines in the ground or in containers in a spot that enjoys full sun or partial shade with moist but well-draining soil. Enrich the soil with well-rotted organic matter and dig a hole around twice as wide as the root ball. Position the plant so the top of the root ball is at soil level then backfill with soil and compost, gently firm down, and water in well.