Light
Full sun to light shade; acclimatize nursery-grown plants gradually.
Learn how to care for your green friend
Red Star Cordyline
Cordyline australis 'Red Star'
Garden plants · Planned variety
Meet your green friend.
Long burgundy-red leaves form a spiky crown for a bright patio container.
Why you’ll love it
- Long burgundy-red leaves form a spiky crown for a bright patio container.
- Adds a distinct foliage or flower form to a suitable plant display.
A space where it can thrive
Choose a growing position that matches the light and moisture guidance below. Nursery listing does not confirm current Golden Bazaar stock.
Ask about availabilityAvailability, size, pot and price will be confirmed in store. Pictures illustrate the plant type.
Your care routine
Watering
Water established containers when the upper mix dries. Maintain moisture while roots establish, but avoid winter waterlogging.
Soil & drainage
Fertile, well-drained soil or a freely draining outdoor container mix.
Fertilizer
Feed containers during active spring and summer growth at the label rate; stop as growth slows.
Temperature
Sheltered coastal gardens may suit this cordyline; protect containers from hard freezes and prolonged cold. Local winter survival is not guaranteed.
Humidity
Outdoor humidity is suitable; allow air movement around the crown.
Through the seasons
Remove damaged outer leaves as needed. Before severe winter cold, move containers to a bright sheltered frost-free place and reduce watering.
When your plant needs help
- Waterlogged winter soil can rot roots or the crown.
- Cold and exposed winds can damage the long leaves.
Pets & little ones
The source lists low poisoning severity. Reported harmful parts: sap/juice. Do not ingest; keep away from children and pets.
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Visit The Golden BazaarCare references
Guidance is a starting point. Adjust watering to your plant, pot, light and season; follow fertilizer labels and check outdoor cultivar hardiness.