An iconic New Zealand native, Cordyline australis brings bold, architectural form with its strappy foliage and scented cream flower panicles in late spring–summer. Tough and adaptable, it’s ideal as a feature tree, in coastal plantings, or lining driveways.
Key Features
Architectural form: Strong vertical trunk with dense crowns of sword-like leaves.
Seasonal flowers: Fragrant cream panicles attract birds and pollinators.
NZ native: Suits modern and natural landscapes alike.
Tough & low maintenance: Wind, coastal, and drought tolerant once established.
Growing Conditions
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
Soil: Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates poorer sites once established.
Watering: Regular while young; generally drought tolerant when mature.
Climate: Hardy across most NZ regions; handles wind and coastal exposure.
Ideal Uses
Feature or specimen tree
Coastal and native gardens
Avenue/driveway planting
Large containers (while young)
Why Choose PlantSource?
We supply healthy, top-quality plants grown for New Zealand conditions. With our local knowledge and care tips, your Cordyline will thrive for years.
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Add structure and resilience to your landscape with Cordyline australis. Shop online with PlantSource New Zealand today.
