Cordyline australis 'Pink Stripe'

Also Known As

Dracaena australis
New Zealand Cabbage Tree
Tobbay Palm

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

9a-11

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Cordyline australis 'Pink Stripe' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cordyline australis 'Pink Stripe'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cordyline australis 'Pink Stripe'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Light Shade to Shade. Indoor/Outdoor (Patio). Large Panicles of White Flowers.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Pink and green striped green foliage adds wonderful color to any garden. Great for containers. Needs good light to maintain its color. Sun to part shade. Ht. 5'.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Unusual and hard to find Cordyline, this one having arrived from England 10 years ago. Trunk forming plant with striking foliage -- stunning pink and cream stripes with a green leaf margin. Sun to part shade. Best with some summer water. Can withstand brief bouts in the teens F, longer bouts with protection, and resprouts from as low as 10F - USDA zone 8.