Red Star Cordyline Plant

Red Star Cordyline plants bring a striking architectural flair to your landscape with it's large burgundy spikes that retain year round color! It's easy to use in a wide range of settings, from playing the 'thriller' role in your containers, in the landscape or as an accent plant. This one does well even in coastal gardens!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in late spring or early summer after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0

Watering Specifics:

• - Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot
• - For container-grown Cordyline, water more frequently as containers dry out faster

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time
• - Supplement with a water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

• - Cordylines can be shaped by cutting the top off; new shoots will emerge below the cut

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for common pests like spider mites, mealybugs, and scale

Blooming Indicators:

• - Primarily grown for its colorful, sword-shaped leaves rather than its flowers

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives in full sun to partial shade

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Can tolerate high humidity, making it ideal for tropical gardens

Companion Plants for Cordyline:

• - Coleus: Their vibrant, textured foliage contrasts beautifully with the bold leaves of Cordyline
• - Canna Lilies: Their large, tropical flowers complement the striking foliage of Cordyline
• - Caladiums: The colorful, heart-shaped leaves of Caladiums blend well with Cordyline in shaded gardens
• - Impatiens: The bright, shade-tolerant blooms of Impatiens provide a colorful contrast to Cordyline’s foliage