Red Star Cordyline
Cordyline 'Red Star'
Overview
The Cordyline 'Red Star', commonly known as Red Star Dracaena Palm, is a striking, evergreen accent plant, rising to a height of 4-8 feet, with an equal spread of 2-4 feet. Its sword-shaped, burgundy leaves add a dramatic, tropical flair to landscapes. Preferring well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade, this hardy specimen thrives in USDA zones 9-11 and is drought-resistant once established, requiring minimal maintenance.
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 8–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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