Cordyline australis Purpurea Group

Also Known As

Cordyline australis 'Purpurea'

Plant type

tree, shrub, perennial

size

H: 6'-20'
W: 5'-15'

planting zones

8b-12

Cordyline australis Purpurea Group plant details

Cordyline australis Purpurea Group is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub or tree with burgundy foliage. In spring and summer cream and white flowers emerge. 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 seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cordyline australis Purpurea Group

Plant type: perennial shrub or tree
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy
Mature size: 5 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cordyline australis Purpurea Group

USDA Zones: 8b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We have noticed that the purple and bronze forms of this striking garden feature, not common enough in our gardens, produce a range of color from the bronzy browns to cheerful purples and burgundies. These, selected from our own plants, tend toward the purple-burgundy. Can reach 10 ft tall if the weather doesn't interfere. Sun to part shade. Best with summer water but fairly drought tolerant. Can withstand short bouts in the teens F, longer with protection, and resprouts from 10F, bottom of USDA zone 8.