The Cordyline Torbay Red also commonly known as New Zealand Cabbage Palm is an RHS award-winning variety. It is an evergreen, winter-hardy shrub that has lovely deep bronze-red foliage. Its sword-shaped leaves can grow up to 75cm in length. When mature, large clusters of tiny, cream-fragrant flowers form during the months of June to August.
Will grow in south or east-facing areas in full sun to partial shade, in moist, well-draining soil. Once established, Cordylines need little attention but will require winter protection if temperatures drop below -5.
Plant genus Cordyline
Common Name Cabbage Palm
Plant type Ornamental Grass, Shrubs
Foliage type Evergreen, Perennial
Hardiness Frost Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Cream
Leaf colour Green, Red, Bronze
Growth Rate Fast
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Fatsia Japonica, Kniphofia, Phormium
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water regularly after planting until the roots are established. Once settled in, the plant is relatively drought tolerant and usually only needs extra water during prolonged dry spells. Plants grown in containers will need more frequent watering than those growing in the ground.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
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Cordyline Torbay Red
New Zealand Cabbage Palm
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The Cordyline Torbay Red also commonly known as New Zealand Cabbage Palm is an RHS award-winning variety. It is an evergreen, winter-hardy shrub that has lovely deep bronze-red foliage. Its sword-shaped leaves can grow up to 75cm in length. When mature, large clusters of tiny, cream-fragrant flowers form during the months of June to August.
Will grow in south or east-facing areas in full sun to partial shade, in moist, well-draining soil. Once established, Cordylines need little attention but will require winter protection if temperatures drop below -5.
Plant genus Cordyline
Common Name Cabbage Palm
Plant type Ornamental Grass, Shrubs
Foliage type Evergreen, Perennial
Hardiness Frost Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect South Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Cream
Leaf colour Green, Red, Bronze
Growth Rate Fast
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Fatsia Japonica, Kniphofia, Phormium
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water regularly after planting until the roots are established. Once settled in, the plant is relatively drought tolerant and usually only needs extra water during prolonged dry spells. Plants grown in containers will need more frequent watering than those growing in the ground.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in sun or partial shade in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
Christmas Tree Delivery
FREE on all Pot Grown Trees (2.5ft & over)
*Mainland UK only
*Northern Ireland delivery unavailable
Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Evri
£4.99 on orders under £40
FREE on orders over £40
*Mainland UK only
Next Working Day Delivery - Evri
£6.99 on orders under £70
FREE on orders over £70
Order by 1pm Mon-Fri
Premium Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Royal Mail
For customers who prefer an alternative carrier, Royal Mail is offered as a premium alternative to our standard Evri service.
£7.99 on all orders
Premium Next Working Day Delivery - Royal Mail
£8.99 on all orders
*Mainland UK only
Northern Ireland & Islands Delivery (2-5 working days)
£6.99 on all orders
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