Cordyline australis 'Sunrise' PP20634

Also Known As

Sunrise New Zealand Cabbage Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub, perennial

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

8b-10b

Cordyline australis 'Sunrise' PP20634 plant details

Cordyline australis 'Sunrise' PP20634 is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub or tree with variegated foliage. In spring and summer cream and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cordyline australis 'Sunrise' PP20634

Plant type: perennial shrub or tree
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cordyline australis 'Sunrise' PP20634

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Brand new and very showy, trunk forming cordyline, branching with age, the dark burgundy leaves dressed with pink margins and a pink midstripe. Slow growing, to 4-8' tall x 3-4' wide, they have panicles of sweet, white flowers in spring. Full sun on the coast to bright shade inland. Somewhat drought tolerant once established, but some summer water is appreciated. Good container plant. Frost hardy to 15 °F, mid to upper USDA zone 8.