Bauer's Dracaena Palm
Cordyline 'Baueri'
SKU
3172
Slender trunk is topped by a 5 foot wide crown holding clusters of 2 foot long, broad, sword-shaped rich burgundy red leaves. In summer the crown is highlighted by large clusters of fragrant white flowers. Excellent accent or container item. Evergreen. Full sun. Moderate growing 8 to 10 ft. tall, 5 ft. wide. Tissue culture.
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9 - 11 Change
Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | kor-di-LI-ne |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Forms slender 5 ft. trunk topped with 3 to 5 ft. wide crown of foliage. |
| Bloom Time | Fragrant white panicles occasionally appear in early summer. |
| Design Ideas | With its bronze-tinted foliage, this Dracaena looks dramatic set against very light-colored surfaces such as stucco or even concrete. It is a suitable alternative to palms in narrow spaces between buildings or tucked into corners. Usually planted as a specimen or small grove under night lighting or poolside. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Mediterranean, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Houseplant, Mass Planting, Poolside, Specimen, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Gift Plant, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color |
Thrives in average to enriched, well-drained soils. Water regularly during first growing season to develop an extensive root system. Once established in landscape reduce frequency; water container plants when soil surface becomes dry. Apply a controlled release fertilizer in spring. Prune spent foliage as new leaves emerge.
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