Cordyline obtecta
THREE KINGS CABBAGE TREE, NORFOLK ISLAND CABBAGE TREE
Asparagaceae-Lomandroideae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

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Cordyline obtecta
THREE KINGS CABBAGE TREE, NORFOLK ISLAND CABBAGE TREE
Asparagaceae-Lomandroideae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 9-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: light frost
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

FEATURES

Flowers: strongly fragrant flowers in cream

Flowering Time: early summer to late summer

Ornamental Fruit: blue or white


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, oriental, formal, contemporary & coastal designs

Uses: pot, large planter, accents, poolside

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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