Cordyline Red Wing
AU$25.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$2.27
In stock: 8 available
Product Details
(Note: “Red Wing” is not a widely registered cultivar name, but it is commonly sold in Australia similar to red cordyline types like Red Star / Red Sensation. The care and features below match these red cordyline hybrids.)
🌿 Description
Cordyline Red Wing is a striking tropical-style ornamental plant grown for its deep burgundy to red, sword-shaped foliage. It forms an upright, architectural shape that instantly adds colour contrast and structure to gardens or pots. This evergreen plant is low maintenance and ideal for modern, coastal, and tropical landscaping designs.
📏 Key Features (Perth Conditions)
- Height: 1.5 – 2.5 m
- Width: 1 – 1.5 m
- Growth habit: Upright, clumping or single trunk over time
- Foliage: Long, narrow, red to burgundy leaves
- Growth rate: Moderate
🌱 Growing Conditions (Perth – WA)
- Climate: Perfect for Perth’s Mediterranean climate
- Sunlight: part shade (best colour in part sun)
- Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with compost
- Water: Moderate watering; drought tolerant once established
- Wind/Coastal: Tolerates coastal conditions well
🌴 Landscaping Importance
- Excellent feature plant for modern gardens
- Adds vertical height and structure
- Strong colour contrast against green plants
- Perfect for:
- Entryways
- Poolside & tropical gardens
- Large pots & containers
- Mass planting for bold visual effect
Its architectural form and vibrant foliage make it a favourite for landscape designers.
🌞 How to Look After (Perth Care Guide)
Watering
- Water regularly during establishment
- Once established, water only during dry periods
Fertiliser
- Apply slow-release fertiliser in spring and summer
- Liquid fertiliser monthly for potted plants
Pruning
- Remove old or damaged leaves
- Trim stems to control height if needed
Mulching
- Add organic mulch to retain moisture and improve soil
Frost Protection
- Protect from heavy frost (rare in Perth but possible inland)
🪴 Growing in Pots
- Use premium well-draining potting mix
- Choose large pots for stability
- Ensure good drainage holes
- Great for patios, courtyards, and balconies
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Cordyline Red Wing
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