Cordyline 'Rubra' 200mm
$30.00
Cordyline rubra is an Australian native with long, arching leaves that mature from green to deep red tones, creating strong colour contrast in the landscape. It naturally forms clumps and suits tropical, coastal, and native-style gardens, performing well in both sun and shade. Tough and adaptable, it works equally well as an understory plant, mass planting, or feature in large containers.
Light requirement: Full sun to part shade
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy and coastal soils
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large pots
Mature Height: 2–4 m
Mature Width: 1–2 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost tolerant
Wind Tolerant: Yes; suitable for coastal conditions
Leaf colour: Green to deep red, intensifying with sun exposure
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 50–100 cm long, broad and arching
Flower Colour: Cream to pale pink
Flower Shape: Branched panicles
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Spring to summer
Cordyline rubra is an Australian native with long, arching leaves that mature from green to deep red tones, creating strong colour contrast in the landscape. It naturally forms clumps and suits tropical, coastal, and native-style gardens, performing well in both sun and shade. Tough and adaptable, it works equally well as an understory plant, mass planting, or feature in large containers.
Light requirement: Full sun to part shade
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy and coastal soils
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large pots
Mature Height: 2–4 m
Mature Width: 1–2 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost tolerant
Wind Tolerant: Yes; suitable for coastal conditions
Leaf colour: Green to deep red, intensifying with sun exposure
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 50–100 cm long, broad and arching
Flower Colour: Cream to pale pink
Flower Shape: Branched panicles
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Spring to summer
