Torbay Dazzler Cordyline

Cordyline australis 'Torbay Dazzler'

Pronunciation: kor-di-LI-ne as-TRA-lis
SKU #02785
9-11

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when soil surface is dry.
SIZE: Slow growing; reaches 15 to 18 ft. tall, 8 ft. wide.

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Description This versatile, palm-like evergreen tree lends a tropical feel to landscapes. Bright, multi-colored, narrow, sword-like leaves will bring areas around swimming pools alive, with its vibrant ribbons of green and creamy gold, and reddish highlights near the center. Produces fragrant, white flowers in the summer. An excellent container plant.
Bloom Time Summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise
Problems/Solutions Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant
Growth Rate Slow
Flower Attributes Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container, Houseplant, Poolside
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Multicolored
Companion Plants Bush Daisy (Euryops); False Heather (Cuphea); Lantana (Lantana); Canna (Canna); Verbena (Verbena)
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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DescriptionThis versatile, palm-like evergreen tree lends a tropical feel to landscapes. Bright, multi-colored, narrow, sword-like leaves will bring areas around swimming pools alive, with its vibrant ribbons of green and creamy gold, and reddish highlights near the center. Produces fragrant, white flowers in the summer. An excellent container plant.
Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Deer Resistant
Growth RateSlow
Flower AttributesFragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Houseplant, Poolside
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorMulticolored
Companion PlantsBush Daisy (Euryops); False Heather (Cuphea); Lantana (Lantana); Canna (Canna); Verbena (Verbena)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives 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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Torbay Dazzler Cordyline produce flowers?
Summer
Is Torbay Dazzler Cordyline evergreen or deciduous?
Torbay Dazzler Cordyline is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Torbay Dazzler Cordyline?
Torbay Dazzler Cordyline is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise.
Is Torbay Dazzler Cordyline resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant
How fast does Torbay Dazzler Cordyline grow?
Torbay Dazzler Cordyline has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Torbay Dazzler Cordyline in my landscape?
Torbay Dazzler Cordyline is suitable for: Border, Container, Houseplant, Poolside.
What color are Torbay Dazzler Cordyline flowers?
Torbay Dazzler Cordyline produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Torbay Dazzler Cordyline?
Torbay Dazzler Cordyline has Multicolored foliage.
What plants grow well with Torbay Dazzler Cordyline?
Good companion plants for Torbay Dazzler Cordyline include: Bush Daisy (Euryops); False Heather (Cuphea); Lantana (Lantana); Canna (Canna); Verbena (Verbena).
How do I care for Torbay Dazzler 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.