Cordyline Australis 'Red Star' (Cabbage Tree)

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Position: full sun or partial shade
Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average to fast
Flowering period: July to August
Hardiness: half hardy
This popular, palm-like tree has arching, sword-like, deep redleaves, retained throughout the year. Mature trees produce dramaticwhite flower spikes that smell exquisite. It's an ideal focal pointplant for a sunny, protected border, patio or for the exotic garden.  In frost-prone areasit's best grown inside a warm greenhouse or conservatory. In time, container-grown specimens will need to be replanted in the garden.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.

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