Cordyline

Easy-to-grow plant that adds a bold splash of color to the landscape. The plant acquires a palmlike appearance as it matures with lush, colorful leaves at the top of bare stems. Excellent in mixed plantings or as an individual specimen in containers or beds.

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Spike Speedwell

Plant Details

Common name

Cordyline
Botanical name

Cordyline australis
Variety

Atropurpurea
Zone

USDA Zone 8 (10°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

3-6.5' (1-2 m)
Habit

Upright
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Time

No Bloom
Maintenance

Keep weed-free

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

Juana K.'s collection

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