Species

Cabbage Tree

Cordyline australis

Description

Cordyline australis, commonly known as the cabbage tree, or by its Māori name of tī or tī kōuka, is a widely branched monocot tree endemic to New Zealand.

Taxonomy

Family

Asparagaceae

Genus

Cordyline

Cultivars

19

Albertii

aka Cabbage Tree Native. A most handsome and striking form of our native 'Cabbage Tree'. The green swords of foliage are heavily banded with rich cream blushed with just a little pink. Looks magnificent in a container or group planted for extra impact. Tolerates sun or part shade. Evergreen. This Cordyline is very popular in Britain and has been awarded a Certificate of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society. Flower colour: Cream. Habit: Cabbage Tree. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

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Australis

aka Cabbage Tree Native. The ubiquitous green Cabbage Tree has earned its place as a NZ icon both in the natural and cultivated landscape. Rich green sword-like foliage that forms a broad head on top of a strong trunk. Panicles of fragrant cream flowers in summer. Grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen. Cordylines look best planted in groups of 3 or more. They will also do well as a container plant. Flower colour: Cream. Habit: Cabbage Tree. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

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Broadsword

aka Cabbage Tree Broadsword is named for its wide sword like leaves, that are shorter and broader than other Cordylines, giving a tropical look. Has a multi-stemmed habit and may be used as an accent plant in the garden or container. Ideal for smaller spaces, likes good light and fertile soil. Evergreen Flower colour: Cream. Habit: Cabbage Tree. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

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Burgundy Spire

aka Cabbage Tree Burgundy Spire sports glossy, deep burgundy long narrow leaves and grows to around 4m in height. It makes an excellent accent along walls, behind mid height plants and as living dividers in the landscape. Looks great in pots. Excellent in trios. Evergreen Habit: Cabbage Tree. Leaves: Evergreen, Red.

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Cabbage Tree (Tī kōuka)

Cabbage Tree (Tī kōuka) is a New Zealand native form suited to ornamental and habitat planting.

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Can Can

aka Cabbage Tree Cabbage Tree Hybrid. Clump forming cultivar with fabulous foliage that has a arching habit. The strap like leaves emerge in tones of pink and red maturing to a mix of cream and green. Great for group planting or as a stunning one off container specimen. Hardy and easy to grow. Evergreen. PVR. Flower colour: Cream / White. Habit: Clump. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

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Cha Cha

aka Cabbage Tree Cabbage Tree Hybrid. Clump forming cultivar with fabulous variegated foliage that has a arching habit. The young leaves are a blend of apricot and brown, changing as the plant matures to yellow and green. Hardy and easy to grow. Evergreen. PVR. Habit: Clump. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

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Green Goddess

aka Cabbage Tree Native. A compact, broad leafed form which branches from an early age to form a neat, multi-stemmed plant. The foliage is a fresh clear green. As it does not grow taller than 2.5m it is ideal in a small courtyard or as a specimen in a large container. Sun or part shade. Evergreen. Flower colour: Cream / White. Habit: Cabbage Tree. Leaves: Evergreen, Green.

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Jive

aka Cabbage Tree Cordyline Jive has been bred in Te Awamutu and has unique variegated foliage. The new leaves emerge a variegated cream and bright green colour. As the plant matures the variegation changes to yellow and dark green. Plant in full sun or part shade. Prefers well drained soil. Habit: Clump. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

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Karo Kiri

Karo Kiri is a cordyline australis cultivar. A dwarf-growing cordyline that is suited to in full sun or part shade where soils are average to fertile, suitably moist and free-draining. Ideal for mass-planting or for growing in containers.

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Magenta Rays

aka Cabbage Tree A striking clump forming Cordyline with fine magenta streaks through a burgundy coloured weeping foliage. Good vigour and wide architectural foliage. The perfect evergreen for any garden, statement planters for the deck or patio. Flower colour: Cream. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

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Paso Doble

aka Cabbage Tree Cordyline Paso Doble is a stunning new cordyline with variegated foliage. The leaves are coloured burgundy and edged with bright pink. The plant will grow upright and form a small trunk over time. Grow in full sun or part shade in well drained soil. Habit: Clump. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

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Purple Sensation

aka Cabbage Tree Native. This form of the New Zealand cabbage tree has a lovely deep purple leaf with a hint of pink in the centre. Makes a dramatic statement in any planting scheme or simply stunning in a container. Tolerant of most conditions and easy to grow. Evergreen. PVR 1894. Flower colour: Cream. Habit: Cabbage Tree. Leaves: Evergreen, Brown.

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Raspberry Fountain

'Raspberry Fountain' has been bred from the top selling Cordyline 'Red Fountain', but now with stunning pink foliage! Does not form a central trunk, instead forms a clump of arching pink foliage that looks great throughout the year. Brilliant as a container plant or planted in the garden. Evergreen. Habit: Clump. Leaves: Evergreen, Red.

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Red Fountain

aka Cabbage Tree A stunning hybrid form of NZ's Cabbage Tree bred by the Jury family. Long, cascading strap like leaves of deep maroon form an attractive clump. Looks great in the garden and fabulous in a container. Sprays of small fragrant flowers in late spring-summer. Evergreen. This 'Cabbage Tree' seldom forms a trunk and remains a nice compact clump. Looks good planted in groups of 3 or more and is happiest planted in the sun. Flower colour: Pink / White. Habit: Clump. Leaves: Evergreen, Red.

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Red Star

aka Cabbage Tree Native. This hybrid cabbage tree has been selected for its deeply coloured burgundy foliage. Combines well with other foliage colours. Makes a dramatic impact in any planting scheme and looks fantastic in a container. Sun or part shade. Evergreen. Flower colour: White / Cream. Habit: Cabbage Tree. Leaves: Evergreen, Red.

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Showoff

Cordyline “Showoff” features narrow, strap like, glossy green leaves with purple colourings. These are held off upright stems and provides for a very lush looking plant. It typically grows to 2 m tall and 60 cm wide, preferring a partial shade position with plenty of moisture and good drainage. Good in a tropical garden, used as a screen or as a specimen in a pot. Can be grown indoors. Flower colour: White. Habit: Cabbage Tree.

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Torbay Dazzler

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Zumba

aka Cabbage Tree A stunning hybrid form of NZ's Cabbage Tree. Long, cascading strap like leaves of deep maroon form an attractive clump. Looks great in the garden and fabulous in a container. Sprays of small fragrant flowers in late spring-summer. Evergreen. Habit: Clump. Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated.

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