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Cordyline australis 'Torbay Dazzler' – Cabbage Palm (5 Litre Pot)
Plant Highlights: Cream and green striped evergreen foliage • Strong architectural form • Excellent for coastal and exposed gardens • Ideal as a specimen or in large containers • Year-round colour and structure
Overview
Cordyline australis 'Torbay Dazzler' is a striking evergreen shrub grown for its long, arching leaves boldly striped in cream and green. Its colourful variegated foliage provides year-round interest, while its upright, architectural habit makes it a natural focal point in contemporary and traditional gardens alike.
Supplied in a 5 litre pot, this eye-catching cordyline is well suited to borders, gravel gardens and large patio containers. It is particularly valued for its ability to cope with coastal conditions, making it an excellent choice for Irish gardens near the sea.
Plant Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cordyline australis 'Torbay Dazzler' |
| Common Name | Cabbage Palm |
| Plant Type | Evergreen shrub |
| Pot Size | 5 litre |
| Position | Full sun |
| Soil | Fertile, well-drained soil |
| Foliage | Long, cream and green variegated evergreen leaves |
| Habit | Upright, architectural |
| Mature Height | 2.5–4m |
| Mature Spread | 1–1.5m |
| Hardiness | RHS H3 (−5°C to 1°C). |
| Growth Rate | Slow to moderate |
| Soil pH | Acid, neutral, alkaline (any) |
Growing Guide
Plant in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Once established, Cordyline australis is tolerant of short periods of dry weather, although container-grown plants will require more frequent watering during warm spells.
Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy foliage. Remove damaged or weathered leaves as required to keep the plant looking its best. In colder inland areas, young plants may benefit from some winter protection during severe frosts.
Why We Love It
'Torbay Dazzler' offers bold architectural structure without overwhelming a planting scheme. The bright variegated foliage adds contrast throughout the year and combines beautifully with ornamental grasses, Mediterranean-style planting and evergreen shrubs.
Perfect For
- Specimen planting
- Coastal gardens
- Contemporary gardens
- Gravel gardens
- Large patio containers
- Architectural planting
Product Information
- Supplied in a 5 litre pot.
- Evergreen shrub with cream and green variegated foliage.
- Upright, architectural habit.
- Suitable for full sun.
- Best grown in fertile, well-drained soil.
Good to Know: The 5 litre pot refers to the container size supplied and not the mature size of the plant. Good drainage is particularly important during winter, especially in heavier soils, to help maintain healthy growth.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Full sun· Coastal
- Watering
- drought-tolerant
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
- Mature size
- 4.0m high· 1.5m wide
- Foliage
- evergreen
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