Product Overview
Cordyline Fruticosa – The Good Luck Palm / Hawaiian Ti Plant.
A family of striking, palm like plants native to South East Asia, particularly the Pacific Islands and New Zealand. Regarded as a good luck symbol to ward off evil spirits, and to promote peace and wellbeing.
Varieties are multi-coloured including green leafed, burgundy, and Kiwi being shades of green, cream, and pink.
In its native environment it can reach heights of approx. 3 metres, however in the home will be far less.
A striking easy care plant for a bright position.
Secrets of success:
Good bright light is a must, but no direct sun. Low light won`t be tolerated for long as the leaves will lose colour. The other important consideration is watering. During growth, generally when conditions are warm, Spring and Summer, you just need to keep the compost evenly moist. Not soggy or saturated. Too much water will also cause leaf drop.
Cordyline prefer slightly higher levels of humidity. A steamy bathroom or kitchen is fine, if not try to increase the humidity around the plant by placing it on a saucer filled with decorative stones. Fill the saucer with water below the level of the stones and sit on top of the stones, making sure the plant doesn`t touch the water. This will help increase the humidity around the plant.
Temperatures in general aren`t a problem. If you`re comfortable, your Cordyline will be comfortable. A year round average of 20c will promote growth. Occasional drops in temperature to 15c is tolerated, making sure there`s no cold draughts.
Fertilise once a month with a foliage houseplant liquid feed.
Minimum Temp: 15c
Aftercare:
In Winter reduce watering slightly, allowing the top of the soil to dry between watering, and make sure to give it as much light as possible. Just be careful not to place it too near a window that becomes very cold, or draughty.
Re-pot only if absolutely necessary as sudden leaf drop can occur several weeks after. If so follow the general rule and do it in Spring. Make sure to use good free draining compost.
Warnings:
While their toxicity levels are not as high as some other species of plants, it is advisable to be cautious when keeping them as houseplants. Best practice is to keep away from pets and children.
