Red Star Dracaena Palm
Cordyline australis 'Red Star'
SKU
1742
Burgundy red, sword-like leaves make this an outstanding choice. Use as a focal point in the landscape or in large containers surrounded by bright flowered perennials and silver foliage. Fragrant white flowers top the stems in early summer. Moderate growing 8 to 10 ft. tall, 5 ft. wide. Full to partial sun. Evergreen.
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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-ly-nee aw-STRAL-iss |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 5 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Early Summer |
| Design Ideas | Red Star Cordyline works well in a modern or tropical landscape, or in a decorative patio container planted alone or with complementary perennials. The architectural structure of the plant lends itself to a minimalist landscape. Plant linear with decorative rock or a small textured groundcover. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Mediterranean, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, 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 Color and Texture |
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.
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