Cordyline 'australis Torbay Dazzler'
cabbage palm
2 litre pot
within 4 weeks
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: slow to average
- Flowering period: July to August
- Hardiness: half hardy (will need winter protection in colder areas)
This upright, palm-like plant has arching green leaves with bold cream stripes and margins. An eye catching specimen plant for a sunny, protected border or patio, in mild areas it can develop into a small tree. Protect the stem of younger plants during very cold weather with a covering of bubble-wrap or Hessian. - Garden care: In spring when new growth appears and all danger of hard frosts has passed cut back frost-damaged branches to just above the newly formed shoots
