Cordyline Fruticosa Kiwi

• Native to Southeast Asia and Pacific Islands, this tropical foliage plant has been cultivated for centuries for its vibrant leaves.
• Features sword-shaped leaves with striking variegation in green, cream, and pink hues that create a stunning colour display.
• Grows in an upright, compact habit reaching moderate height, making it ideal for containers and small garden spaces.
• Beloved by gardeners for its year-round colour, low maintenance requirements, and ability to brighten any tropical or contemporary garden design.

• Water weekly during growing season, allowing soil to partially dry between waterings - reduce to fortnightly in winter.
• Position in bright, filtered light indoors or morning sun with afternoon shade outdoors for best leaf colouration.
• Plant in well-draining potting mix with added perlite or grow in quality garden soil with good drainage.
• Feed monthly with balanced liquid fertiliser during spring and summer, reducing to every 8 weeks in cooler months.
• Prune dead or damaged leaves at base and remove flower spikes to maintain energy in foliage production.
• Maintain humidity around 50-60% and protect from cold winds and temperatures below 10°C in winter.

• Provide bright, indirect light indoors or dappled shade outdoors - avoid direct afternoon sun which can scorch the colourful leaves.
• Water when top inch of soil feels dry, maintaining consistent moisture without waterlogging during growing season.
• Maintain humidity levels above 50% by grouping plants together or using pebble trays filled with water.
• Keep temperatures between 18-25°C for optimal growth and colour development year-round.
• Reduce watering frequency in winter months and protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 10°C.

• Scale insects can attach to stems and leaves, appearing as small brown bumps - treat with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap spray.
• Overwatering causes root rot and yellowing leaves - ensure good drainage and allow soil to dry between waterings.
• Spider mites may appear in dry conditions, causing stippled leaves - increase humidity and use miticide spray if severe.
• Brown leaf tips indicate low humidity or fluoride in water - use rainwater or filtered water and increase ambient moisture.
• Fungal leaf spots develop in humid, poorly ventilated conditions - improve air circulation and avoid overhead watering.