Cordyline australis ‘Charlie Boy’ – 10L Pot
Cordyline ‘Charlie Boy’ is a striking evergreen plant celebrated for its bold architectural foliage and stunning pink-edged leaves. Perfect for adding exotic colour and structure, it works beautifully in containers, garden beds, or as a dramatic patio feature.
Key Features
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Deep bronze-purple-red leaves with wide, distinctive pink edges
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Evergreen, architectural foliage provides year-round interest
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Hardy to around -10°C, suitable for UK gardens
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Ideal for containers, patios, or garden borders
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Drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established
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Adds exotic colour and texture with minimal maintenance
Product Description
Cordyline australis ‘Charlie Boy’ is a hardy newcomer with vivid, sword-shaped leaves that combine deep bronze-red tones with bright pink edging, creating a stunning, almost tropical effect. Its bold foliage stands out against more muted garden plants, making it an excellent feature plant.
This evergreen thrives in well-drained soil and can be grown in containers or planted directly into garden beds. The architectural form and dramatic leaf colour provide movement and interest as the wind stirs the leaves, casting shadows and adding dynamic texture.
Perfect for gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet high-impact plants, ‘Charlie Boy’ combines resilience with beauty. Hardy and evergreen, it brings colour, structure, and exotic flair to your garden all year round.
Specifications
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Botanical name: Cordyline australis ‘Charlie Boy’
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Common name: Charlie Boy Cordyline
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Pot size: 10 litre pot
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Plant type: Evergreen perennial
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Foliage: Deep bronze-purple-red with wide pink edges
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Height: Variable, typically 1–2 metres in garden conditions
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Position: Full sun or partial shade
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Soil type: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -10°C
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Evergreen: Yes
Care Tips
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Grow in well-drained soil or large containers to prevent waterlogging
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Water moderately, reducing frequency once established
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Protect from prolonged frost, though hardy to -10°C
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Can be planted as a feature plant in beds or borders
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Prune any damaged leaves in late winter or early spring
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Rotate containers occasionally for even growth and colour display
Cordyline ‘Charlie Boy’ is a hardy, exotic-looking evergreen perfect for adding dramatic colour and architectural interest to your garden or patio all year round.
