Cordyline Australis Pink Star – Buy, Learn & Grow

Cordyline ‘Pink star’ is a striking, variegated cultivar of Cordyline australis. It is an upright, single-stemmed, palm-like, evergreen, small tree. It is a gorgeous mutation of the ‘red star’ variety and is great in pots and containers.

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Cordyline australis Pink Star

Cordyline australis Pink Star

How large will ‘Pink star’ get?

‘Pink star’ is a compact plant, and it will attain a final height and spread of 1 metre.

What will ‘Pink star’ look like?

‘Pink star’ is a very attractive plant. It has stiff, sword-like leaves that is an exquisite mix of red and pink that shoots out of a central stem.

Small and fragrant cup-shaped, white flowers may be produced in early summer.

How do I grow Cordyline australis pink star?

Grow Cordyline australis pink star in any soil type that is moist, fertile, and well permeable. The pH of the soil can be acidic, alkaline, or neutral. Well-rotted manure, organic material or compost can be used to boost the soil. Sow in loam-based compost when growing in pots, greenhouses or under glass.

Where can I position Cordyline australis pink star in my garden?
Plant ‘Pink star’ in a sheltered and partially shaded area of your garden where it can receive full sunlight.

Further Reading:

Other varieties of Cordyline covered here are: Cordyline Australis Charlie Boy, Cordyline Australis Pink Passion, Cordyline Australis Pink Star, Cordyline Australis Red Star, Cordyline Australis Torbay DazzlerCordyline Australis Verde.

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How can I propagate my Cordyline australis pink star plant?

Cordyline australis pink star can be propagated from seeds and suckers in spring. MORE: What to plant with Cordylines?

How do I care for Cordyline australis pink star?

Watering: You will need to water your plant weekly and even more often in periods of extreme heat.

Fertilisation: Feed your plant regularly with a balanced liquid fertiliser in spring and summer until it is well established.

Hardiness: It is important to note that this plant is not very winter hardy and is tender to the UK hardiness zone (H3), so protect your plant by mulching and overwintering in greenhouses.

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