Cordyline australis
Cabbage Tree
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Common Name: Cabbage Tree
Latin Name: Cordyline australis
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Position: Full sun
Flowering period/colour: Summer/ dramatic white flower spikes (once mature)
Hardiness: Half hardy
Eventual height/spread: 8m x 1.5m
Special features: An evergreen exotic, structural plant with wide green leaves. Grows into a small palm-like tree in time.
This popular cordlyine has a palm-like appearance, with arching, lance shaped, light green leaves, retained throughout the year. Mature trees produce dramatic white flower spikes that smell exquisite. It makes an ideal specimen for a sunny, protected border, patio or for the exotic garden.