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Cordyline australis
Australian-Dracaena
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany/Sortomme
Description
Cordyline australis is a evergreen shrub that grows 12' to 30' tall and 10' to 15' wide with sword-like leaves. It likes full sun, and is very tolerant of heat and drought. It will live in any type of soil that is well drained. Cut back to develop multiple trunks.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Blue, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Bronze, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.