Cordylines

I like the shape of these, does anyone know of one that won't grow too large? preferably with red leaves.

Val

 

Yes the red leaved ones.
Never seen a really big red leaved one.

 

Brilliant!!!! Cheers Pete!!

Val

 

Look for one called Electric Pink Val, its a clump forming variety and despite its tropical appearance it is winter hardy

http://www.prestigeplants.com.au/www/content/default.aspx?cid=841

 

None of the modern cultivars are as hardy as the normal Cordyline Australis, the most common red one is Red Star which, like Pete, I have not seen grow very tall. Winter hardiness depends on your location.

 

WOW, what a beauty, thanks for that.

Val

 

I have the Australis, Red Star growing in a large-ish ceramic pot. It seems very happy in a fairly sunny, sheltered position and although I do have to water it more than I would if it were planted out, it doesn't seem to mind being potted at all. I think it's in a roughly 35cm diameter pot and that size seems to suit it, so not too huge!