dracaena australis red star Cordyline australis Red Star – The Plant Broker

dracaena australis red star Cordyline australis Red Star – The Plant BrokerCommon Name: Red Star Cabbage Tree Description: Cordyline australis 'Red Star' is an evergreen perennial known for its striking, sword like leaves that display a deep burgundy red hue. This palm like plant adds a dramatic, architectural element to gardens and landscapes. In Melbourne's climate, 'Red Star' thrives in well drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. It's drought tolerant once established and can be used effectively in mixed

Common Name:
Red Star Cabbage Tree

Description:
Cordyline australis 'Red Star' is an evergreen perennial known for its striking, sword-like leaves that display a deep burgundy-red hue. This palm-like plant adds a dramatic, architectural element to gardens and landscapes. In Melbourne's climate, 'Red Star' thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade. It's drought-tolerant once established and can be used effectively in mixed borders, as a focal point, or in large containers. While it may produce fragrant white flowers in late spring to early summer, flowering is rare in cooler climates.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 2.5–3 meters
• Width: 1–1.5 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Spring to Early Summer (rarely in cooler climates)

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Resistant (once established)
• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
• Attractive Foliage

Toxicity:

• All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested by humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Phormium (New Zealand Flax)
• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Stipa tenuissima (Mexican Feather Grass)
• Echinacea (Coneflower)

Note: Protect 'Red Star' from severe frosts, as it may suffer damage in extreme cold. Mulching around the base can help retain soil moisture and provide some insulation during cooler months.