Cordyline Green - A super decorative plant for a large container or ground planting its adds a tropical touch to the patio, or to grow in a hot, sunny border in milder parts of the country. Cordyline can grow into a large decorative plant, in optimum planting position can in some circumstances reach upto 6 metres tall with a 1.5 metre spread, this would only be acheived in exceptionally good circumstances, a more realistic height is 3 to 4 metres.
Cordyline Australis Green 5 Litre 60-80cm: This ever popular, palm-like tree has arching, sword-like, mid to dark green leaves, colour is retained year round. Mature trees, especially in milder areas can produce dramatic white flower spikes that smell delightful. Whilst classed as winter hardy ( -7) they do become hardier as they age so will tolerate lower temperatures howver in colder areas we recommend winter protection during prolonged cold spells.
Water the plant in its pot thoroughly before planting. Prepare the planting area by digging a hole twice the size of the pot. Dig compost into the base of the hole try adding some slow release fertiliser. Remove the pot and position the plant in the hole, with the top of the rootball about level with the surrounding soil. Refill the planting hole with a mixture of garden soil and compost, firming as you go. Water in well and make sure of a good water supply throught the growing season.
