New Zealand Cabbage Palm. Erect, palm-like tree with arching narrow leaves with bold green and red stripes. Mature trees bear tiny, creamy white flowers, followed by white or blue-tinted berries. Max Height 1m to 3m. Max Spread 1m to 2m. Flowers June to July. Fruits August. Full Sun/Partial Shade. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cordyline australis ‘Sundance’
Erect, palm-like tree with arching narrow leaves with bold green and red stripes. Mature trees bear tiny, creamy white flowers, followed by white or blue-tinted berries.
Additional information
| Generic | Cordyline |
|---|---|
| Species | australis |
| Varietry | 'Sundance' |
| Common Name | New Zealand Cabbage Palm |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full Sun/Partial Shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1m, 3m |
| Family | Agavaceae |
| Spread | 1m, 2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Single stemmed palm, cycad or similar tree |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | Green, Red |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | White, Blue |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered Site |
| Hardiness | Not hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Pot, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
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