Cordyline australis 'Torbay Dazzler'
cabbage palm
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- Standard £7.95
- 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.