Cordyline australis 'Red Star'

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Red Star Cordyline

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer:

Description

The 'Red Star' cultivar is an evergreen shrub that grows 12' to 30' tall and 10' to 15' wide with sword-like leaves with a reddish color. It likes full sun, and is very tolerant of heat and drought. It will live in any type of soil that is well drained. Cut back to develop multiple trunks.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bronze, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).