Red Sister Cordyline

Red Sister Cordyline

5 Gallon
$139.00
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Red Sister Cordyline

Cordyline fruticosa ‘Red Sister’

A fast-growing, lush cordyline with vibrant pink new growth, providing constant tropical color and volume for shaded gardens.

$139.00
Container sizeSize guide 5 Gallon

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Description

Red Sister Cordyline is a classic and wildly popular tropical shrub, celebrated for its explosively colorful foliage. Its broad, arching leaves emerge a brilliant hot pink, maturing through shades of deep rose and burgundy to a dark greenish-bronze, often with all colors present on the plant at once. This creates a vibrant, multi-hued display. Fast-growing and lush, it forms a dense, rounded clump that brings maximum tropical impact to shaded courtyards, poolside plantings, or as a stunning indoor specimen.

  • Explosion of Pink, Red & Burgundy: New growth is a vibrant pink, creating a constantly renewed display of color as leaves age through red to deep burgundy.

  • Fast-Growing & Lush Tropical Habit: Quickly forms a full, multi-stemmed clump of broad, glossy leaves, providing immediate impact and volume.

  • Prefers Bright Shade: Thrives in filtered sunlight or partial shade. Direct hot sun can scorch the leaves and fade the brilliant colors.

  • Moderate Water Needs: Appreciates more consistent moisture and humidity than some other cordylines, making it ideal for tropical-style garden beds.

  • Iconic Tropical Accent: The quintessential plant for creating a resort-like feel around patios, in atriums, or as a bold container centerpiece for a shaded deck.

Quick Facts

  • Features:Foliage: Lance-shaped, thin, glossy leaves emerge bright pinkish-red and mature to a rich burgundy-chestnut red. The leaves extend spirally up the stem, creating a vibrant, tropical display.Flowers: Small, faintly fragrant, whitish-pink flowers bloom in clusters in late spring.Habit: Upright, compact, evergreen shrub with a bold tropical appearance.
  • Mature Height: 4–6 ft.
  • Mature Width: 3–5 ft.
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Needs: Partial shade; avoid direct midday sun for best leaf color.
  • Key Advantages:Deer resistant.Drought tolerant once established.Striking year-round foliage color.Suitable for containers indoors and out
  • Landscape Uses:.Planting along walkways or borders.Poolside and patio accent.Container planting (outdoor & indoor).Tropical-style gardens and color contrast planting

Faqs

Q: Why are the leaves on my 'Red Sister' turning green?
A: This is natural maturation. The new leaves emerge pink/red and gradually turn darker, eventually to green or bronze as they age. To maintain the most colorful display, ensure the plant is healthy and producing new growth. Too much deep shade can also result in less vibrant new growth.

Q: Is it indoor or outdoor?
A: It excels in both roles! Outdoors in frost-free climates (Zone 10-11), it's a landscape staple. In Zone 9a, it's best in containers that can be moved indoors in winter. It is also one of the best and most colorful tropical foliage plants for bright indoor spaces.

📍 Primary Delivery Area · San Francisco Bay Area

Local delivery across the Bay Area — and beyond.

San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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