 ordyline australis ‘Red Comet’ with its palm like leaves makes a fantastic feature plant in the garden or on the patio. It is hardy and likes to grow in a sunny, but sheltered position. Its upright growing habit makes it an ideal plant to use alongside sedges or other high contrast foliage and flowering plants. ‘Red Comet’ is a more suitable selection of Cordyline for use in open garden positions. |
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| Leaf: | Linear dusky red leaves, striking feature |
| Size: | 2.5m H x 1.0m S/Trunk forming |
| Flower: | White during summer |
| Perferred Location: | Garden Border/Patio Container |
| Water & Nutrition: | Use a base dressing of Scotts slow release fertilizer. Cordyline does not need heavy feeding and it is best not to force plants into growth so that they can establish a good root structure |
| Likes: | Full sun and free draining soil in a sheltered location |
| Dislikes: | Water logged soil and temperatures below -8°C |
| Presentation Ideas: | Plant in contemporary containers or in containers with summer or winter annuals. ‘Red Comet’ makes a striking feature planted in groups of 3 in mixed borders with underplanting of shrubs or perennials |
| Grown In: | Ireland |
