
Product Details
🌴 Cordyline australis ‘Red Star’ – 60cm
Bold colour and striking form for modern gardens.
The Cordyline australis ‘Red Star’ is a stunning architectural plant prized for its deep burgundy-red, sword-like leaves and sleek, upright form. Compact yet impactful, this evergreen adds instant structure, texture, and vibrant colour contrast to patios, borders, and contemporary garden designs.
✨ Features & Benefits
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Rich foliage colour: Deep red leaves provide striking contrast year-round.
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Architectural form: Upright, symmetrical habit adds structure to modern planting schemes.
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Evergreen: Maintains colour and form through all seasons.
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Low maintenance: Hardy and drought tolerant once established.
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Versatile use: Ideal for containers, borders, or as a striking focal point.
🌱 Care Instructions
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Light: Prefers full sun for best colour; tolerates partial shade.
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Water: Keep moist during establishment; water sparingly once mature.
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Soil: Well-drained soil or compost; thrives in containers.
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Pruning: Remove old or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a clean look.
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Hardiness: Hardy in most UK regions; protect from severe frost and strong winds.
📏 Product Details
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Height: Approx. 60cm
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Form: Compact, single-stem architectural plant
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Foliage: Long, narrow, deep red leaves with a glossy sheen
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Growth rate: Moderate; forms a strong, sculptural shape over time
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
The Cordyline australis ‘Red Star’ is a perfect choice for adding a touch of contemporary elegance and rich colour to your garden. Whether used in pairs to frame an entrance, grouped in pots on a terrace, or featured as a bold accent in mixed planting, its dramatic form and evergreen foliage bring instant sophistication all year round.
Planting Tips
💧 Watering – Essential for Success
Consistent watering is vital from day one. Ambient rainfall is rarely sufficient, especially in the first season after planting. Water deeply and regularly to help roots establish — this is the main condition of our plant guarantee. Plants that are allowed to dry out may fail to establish and will not be covered under warranty.
Rootballed Plants
Handle rootballed plants with care and do not remove the hessian sacking, netting, or metal wire around the rootball. These materials are designed to hold the root system together during planting and will naturally break down in the soil. Simply place the rootball in the prepared planting hole, making sure it sits at the same depth it was previously growing. Backfill with soil, firm in gently, and water thoroughly.
Potted Plants
Remove the plant carefully from its pot and lightly tease out any circling roots before planting. Place it in a hole slightly larger than the pot, ensuring the top of the rootball is level with the surrounding soil. Backfill, firm in gently, and water generously.
Trees & Tall Plants
When planting trees or taller plants, always provide a strong stake or support for at least the first growing season. This helps the roots establish firmly and prevents wind damage. Position the stake on the windward side and secure the stem loosely with a soft tie, allowing for slight movement.
Need more help?
Have you got any questions? Feel free to contact us.
Email: info@hedgingsupplies.co.uk
Phone: 01509 270 943

