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Cordyline banksii

Also Known As

  • Forest Cabbage Tree

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Cordyline banksii plant details

Cordyline banksii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by blue and white fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - moderate water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cordyline banksii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cordyline banksii

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - moderate
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Cordyline banksii plant

How to Grow Cordyline banksii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - moderate
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • white
    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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