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Superstar Cordyline
Cordyline obtecta 'Albatross' PP #23,715
Pronunciation: kor-di-LI-ne ob-TEK-tuh
SKU #44004
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when soil surface is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Dark purple-red leaves add dramatic color to the garden. The wide, glossy, strap-like foliage softly arches downwards and offers a tropical look to dry gardens. An outstanding choice for the landscape or containers. A frost-tender evergreen; treat as an annual in cold winter regions or overwinter indoors. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Poolside |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Bush Daisy (Euryops); False Heather (Cuphea); Verbena (Verbena); Lantana (Lantana); Canna (Canna) |
| Care Instructions | 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. |
Details
| Description | Dark purple-red leaves add dramatic color to the garden. The wide, glossy, strap-like foliage softly arches downwards and offers a tropical look to dry gardens. An outstanding choice for the landscape or containers. A frost-tender evergreen; treat as an annual in cold winter regions or overwinter indoors. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Poolside |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Burgundy |
| Companion Plants | Bush Daisy (Euryops); False Heather (Cuphea); Verbena (Verbena); Lantana (Lantana); Canna (Canna) |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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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Frequently asked questions
Does Superstar Cordyline produce flowers?
Summer
Is Superstar Cordyline evergreen or deciduous?
Superstar Cordyline is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Superstar Cordyline?
Superstar Cordyline is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care.
Is Superstar Cordyline resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant
How fast does Superstar Cordyline grow?
Superstar Cordyline has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Superstar Cordyline in my landscape?
Superstar Cordyline is suitable for: Border, Container, Houseplant, Poolside.
What color are Superstar Cordyline flowers?
Superstar Cordyline produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Superstar Cordyline?
Superstar Cordyline has Burgundy foliage.
What plants grow well with Superstar Cordyline?
Good companion plants for Superstar Cordyline include: Bush Daisy (Euryops); False Heather (Cuphea); Verbena (Verbena); Lantana (Lantana); Canna (Canna).
How do I care for Superstar Cordyline?
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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.