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Our iconic native Cabbage Tree has a tropical and exotic air which has ensured its continued popularity in modern landscape design. If you have ever travelled to Europe or the UK you will be aware that gardeners there just can';t get enough of our Cordylines and they are literally "as common as muck" though that does not mean they should be under-rated in any way. The long strapy pointed foliage comes in shades of rich green right through to deep purple with a few "variegations" along the way. The sweetly scented flowers are always cream and produced in drooping panicles from about November to December.   The common name of Cabbage Tree came about because the tender young shoots from the heart of the tree were used by NZ';s early settlers as a food source. Can';t say I';ll be trying them anytime soon as I have a hard enough job with plain everyday Cabbage. Maori also valued the stems and roots of Cordyline kirkii Te Tawhiti as a source of sugar or sweetener. So you can see that Cabbage trees though considered very "today" have played an important role in our early history.  

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aka Cabbage Tree

Native. A most handsome and striking form of our native 'Cabbage Tree'. The green swords of foliage are heavily banded with rich cream blushed with just a little pink. Looks magnificent in a container or group planted for extra impact. Tolerates sun or part shade. Evergreen.

This Cordyline is very popular in Britain and has been awarded a Certificate of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.

 

Flower Colour: Cream
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 1.5m

Cordyline Albertii

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$32.99

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aka Cabbage Tree

Native. The ubiquitous green Cabbage Tree has earned its place as a NZ icon both in the natural and cultivated landscape. Rich green sword-like foliage that forms a broad head on top of a strong trunk. Panicles of fragrant cream flowers in summer. Grow in sun or part shade. Evergreen.

Cordylines look best planted in groups of 3 or more. They will also do well as a container plant.

 

Flower Colour: Cream
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 6m x 2m

Cordyline Australis

Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm  ? 

Container: 0.5l  ? 

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Cordyline Australis

New stock expected Beginning of September, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Cabbage Tree

Broadsword is named for its wide sword like leaves, that are shorter and broader than other Cordylines, giving a tropical look. Has a multi-stemmed habit and may be used as an accent plant in the garden or container. Ideal for smaller spaces, likes good light and fertile soil. Evergreen

 

Flower Colour: Cream
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 1.5m

Cordyline Broadsword

Expected Stock Height: 55/60 cm  ? 

New stock expected Beginning of September, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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aka Cabbage Tree

Burgundy Spire sports glossy, deep burgundy long narrow leaves and grows to around 4m in height. It makes an excellent accent along walls, behind mid height plants and as living dividers in the landscape. Looks great in pots. Excellent in trios. Evergreen

 

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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Evergreen, Red
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 1m

Cordyline Burgundy Spire

Current Stock Height: 30/45 cm  ? 

Container: 3.3l  ? 

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aka Cabbage Tree

Cabbage Tree Hybrid. Clump forming cultivar with fabulous foliage that has a arching habit. The strap like leaves emerge in tones of pink and red maturing to a mix of cream and green. Great for group planting or as a stunning one off container specimen. Hardy and easy to grow. Evergreen. PVR.


 

Flower Colour: Cream / White
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Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 1.5m

Cordyline Can Can

Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$34.99

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aka Cabbage Tree

Cabbage Tree Hybrid. Clump forming cultivar with fabulous variegated foliage that has a arching habit. The young leaves are a blend of apricot and brown, changing as the plant matures to yellow and green. Hardy and easy to grow. Evergreen. PVR.

 

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Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1.5m

Cordyline Cha Cha

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

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aka Cabbage Tree

Native. A wonderful clump forming Cabbage Tree with arching foliage in tones of rich green and chocolate brown. Looks good group planted in the garden or as a one off container specimen. Easy to grow in sun or part shade. Hardy and evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Cream
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Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.2m x 1m

Cordyline Electric Star

Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

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aka Cabbage Tree

Native. A compact, broad leafed form which branches from an early age to form a neat, multi-stemmed plant. The foliage is a fresh clear green. As it does not grow taller than 2.5m it is ideal in a small courtyard or as a specimen in a large container. Sun or part shade. Evergreen.

 

Flower Colour: Cream / White
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 1.5m

Cordyline Green Goddess

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

$44.99

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aka Cabbage Tree

Lovely wide sea green leaves make this is a popular NZ cabbage tree. 'Jade Fountain' will add a sub-tropical dimension to any garden with its lush sea green foliage and sprays of cream flowers in the summer months. Hardy evergreen native that is easy to grow. Adaptable to a wide range of soils and situations.

 

Cordyline Jade Fountain

Expected Stock Height: 80/90 cm  ? 

New stock expected Middle of May, 2025. Waitlist now. Estimated price $39.99. Payment on order.

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aka Cabbage Tree

Cordyline Jive has been bred in Te Awamutu and has unique variegated foliage. The new leaves emerge a variegated cream and bright green colour. As the plant matures the variegation changes to yellow and dark green. Plant in full sun or part shade. Prefers well drained soil.


 

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Habit: Clump Forming
Leaves: Evergreen, Variegated
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 1.5m

Cordyline Jive

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm  ? 

Container: 2.5l  ? 

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