Red Sensation Cordyline
Cordyline australis 'Red Sensation'
SKU
04499
Deep red-burgundy sword-like leaves make this an outstanding choice as a focal point in the landscape or large containers surrounded by bright flowered perennials and silver foliage. Fragrant white flowers top the stems in early summer. Evergreen where hardy; treat as an annual elsewhere.
?
There are very few rules in gardening, but perhaps the most important one is to work within your zone. Choosing plants that grow and thrive in your particular climate is the very first step toward having a beautiful garden . Learn More
Full sun, Partial sun
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
We cannot currently ship this product to your zip code
CHECK RETAILERS FOR AVAILABILITY:
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | kor-di-ly-nee aw-STRAL-iss |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 6 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Early Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Mediterranean, Tropical |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Poolside, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry. |
Thrives in deep, fertile, well-drained soils; shelter from harsh winds. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to develop root system. Once established in landscape water regularly during growing season; reduce frequency in cooler winter months. Water container plants when soil surface becomes dry. Move indoors before the threat of frost.
Write Your Own Review
This Plant's Growing Zones: 9 - 11
Your climate may be too cold for this plant