Bauer's Cordyline

Light Needs

(At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

5 Feet

Mature Spread

3-5 Feet

Feature

Turn heads with saturated, year-round color. Bauer’s Cordyline stacks narrow, sword-like leaves in a bold burgundy crown, adding instant architecture to beds and large patio planters. The upright, palm-like form reads modern without feeling cold.

Tough where it counts, it handles heat and dry spells once established while staying tidy with minimal grooming. Use one as a focal point, flank an entry with a matching pair, or drop into a container for fast tropical energy.

Bauer’s Cordyline Care

Give 6 or more hours of direct sun for richest foliage; in hot inland climates, afternoon shade keeps leaves pristine. Plant in well-drained soil (sandy or loamy) with a pH around 6.0–7.5; avoid heavy, waterlogged sites. Water regularly the first 2–3 months, then water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry; containers dry faster in summer.

Feed in spring with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer or a palm/citrus formula; a light midsummer top-up supports color. Strip spent lower leaves and remove any flower stalks after bloom to maintain a clean trunk. Hardy outdoors in USDA zones 9–11; in colder zones, grow in containers and overwinter in a bright, frost-free spot. In windy areas, stake young plants their first season. Note: leaves may be harmful if ingested by pets.

Bauer’s Cordyline Spacing

For a specimen, allow a 4–6 foot diameter to showcase the 4–5 foot crown. Keep 3–4 feet from walls, fences, and paths for leaf clearance and airflow. For a dramatic grouping, plant 3–5 feet on center.

In containers, start with a 16–20 inch wide pot at least 14 inches deep with drainage; size up to 22–24 inches as roots expand. Place container plants where they receive full sun and good airflow; weigh pots or add gravel for stability in exposed sites.

Why Grow Bauer’s Cordyline?

• Statement foliage in saturated burgundy for instant landscape drama
• Upright, architectural habit that fits modern and tropical designs
• Heat and drought tolerance once established for low-effort care
• Equally strong in-ground or as a long-lived container thriller
• Coastal and urban friendly, with minimal pruning required

Ready to level up your look with one plant? Bauer’s Cordyline delivers sculptural form and rich color in every season—set it, style it, and enjoy the drama.

SKU:

TRO-COR-BAU-LGL