Cordyline Banksii 'Electric Star'

• Electric Star is a compact cordyline cultivar bred for its exceptional multicoloured foliage featuring electric pink, purple, and green striations.
• Originally developed from tropical cordylines, this variety adapts well to Australian container growing and protected garden positions.
• The sword-shaped leaves emerge in rosette formation, creating a fountain-like appearance that intensifies in colour with proper light exposure.
• Gardeners love this plant for its low-maintenance nature combined with high visual impact that rivals flowering plants year-round.

• Water weekly during spring and summer, reducing to fortnightly in winter when growth slows down naturally.
• Position in bright, indirect light indoors or morning sun locations outdoors to prevent leaf scorching in harsh afternoon heat.
• Use well-draining potting mix with added perlite or grow in garden beds with improved drainage and organic matter.
• Feed monthly with balanced liquid fertiliser during growing season from September to March for vibrant leaf colours.
• Remove dead or damaged leaves at the base using clean secateurs to maintain plant health and appearance.
• Maintain humidity through regular misting or grouping with other plants, especially during dry Australian summers.
• Protect from frost and strong winds by moving containers indoors or providing shelter during winter months.

• Provide bright, indirect light indoors or morning sun with afternoon shade outdoors for optimal leaf colouration without burning.
• Water when top 2-3cm of soil feels dry, maintaining consistent moisture without waterlogging during active growing seasons.
• Maintain humidity around 40-60% by grouping with other plants or using a humidity tray, especially important in air-conditioned rooms.
• Keep temperatures between 18-26°C for best growth, protecting from frost and extreme heat above 35°C.
• Reduce watering in winter and increase feeding during spring and summer growing periods.

• Scale insects can attach to leaves causing yellowing and sticky honeydew - treat with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap weekly until cleared.
• Leaf spot diseases appear as brown patches during humid conditions - improve air circulation and avoid overhead watering.
• Root rot from overwatering causes black, mushy roots and yellowing leaves - reduce watering frequency and improve drainage immediately.
• Spider mites create fine webbing and stippled leaves in hot, dry conditions - increase humidity and spray with water regularly.