Cordyline Australis 'Electric Pink'

• Native to New Zealand, this cultivar of Cordyline australis has been selected for its striking pink foliage that intensifies in cool weather.
• Develops a single trunk with age, eventually forming a palm-like tree structure that can reach 3-4 metres in ideal conditions.
• The electric pink leaves emerge from the centre, creating a fountain-like display that adds tropical architecture to any space.
• Extremely popular with landscape designers for its bold colour and structural form that complements both modern and tropical garden styles.

• Water deeply when soil surface feels dry, typically weekly in growing season and fortnightly in winter. Always check soil moisture first.
• Position in bright indirect light indoors or morning sun with afternoon shade outdoors for best colour retention.
• Plant in well-draining potting mix or garden soil enriched with compost and organic matter.
• Feed with balanced liquid fertiliser monthly during spring and summer, reducing to quarterly in cooler months.
• Prune only damaged or dead leaves by cutting close to the trunk with clean, sharp secateurs.
• Maintain humidity above 40% indoors and protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C.
• Repot every 2-3 years or when rootbound, using a pot only slightly larger than the current one.

• Provide bright indirect light indoors or partial shade outdoors - too much direct sun can fade the pink colouration. Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.
• Water when top 2-3cm of soil feels dry, allowing excess to drain completely. Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.
• Maintain humidity above 40% indoors using pebble trays or room humidifiers. Group with other plants to create a humid microclimate.
• Keep temperatures between 15-25°C for optimal growth and colour development. Protect from frost and cold drafts.
• Feed monthly in spring and summer with balanced liquid fertiliser, reducing to quarterly in autumn and winter.

• Scale insects can attach to leaves causing yellowing - treat with horticultural oil or systemic insecticide. Remove affected leaves and improve air circulation.
• Root rot from overwatering causes leaf yellowing and soft stems - reduce watering and improve drainage immediately. Repot in well-draining soil if severely affected.
• Leaf tip browning indicates low humidity or fluoride in water - use rainwater when possible and increase humidity around the plant.
• Spider mites in dry conditions cause stippled leaves - spray with water regularly and use predatory mites for severe infestations.