Cordyline australis

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Cordyline australis

Australian-Dracaena

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany/Sortomme

Description

Cordyline australis is an evergreen shrub that grows 12' to 30' tall and 10' to 15' wide with sword-like leaves. 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

Blue, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Bronze, Red

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, Tropical

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Fall

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).