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Cordyline australis
New Zealand Cabbage Tree
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An erect palm like tree with long rich green sword like leaves. Large heads of scented creamy white flowers appear in late Spring / early Summer followed by a bluish white berry. Use as a feature, tropical landscape, privacy screen or containers.
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Naturally Occurring:
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New Zealand.
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Dimensions:
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6m x 2m
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Aspect:
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Sub tropical, warm temperate, cool temperate.
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Coastal Tolerance:
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Second line planting.
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Soil Requirements:
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Grow in most soils.
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Moisture Requirements:
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Once established will tolerate dry and wet conditions. Maintain moisture in containers.
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Temperature Range:
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Tropical, semitropical, warm temperate, cool temperate to mild frost.
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Control height and shape by pruning, remove spent flowers and old leaves. A long term slow release fertiliser annually.
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Pests and Diseases:
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Caterpillars can be a problem in some areas.
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Spacing Guide:
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1m apart for massed effect or plant as a single specimen.
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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200mm, 300mm and 500mm
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