Cordyline australis 'Black Knight' is a stunning cordyline with long sword-like dark purplish-black foliage. The plant forms a single trunk with a fountain of leaves on top. This is a hardy and low-maintenance plant suitable for outdoor locations receiving full sun or part shade. The colour and form of Black Knight make it an excellent feature plant for your garden.
Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Low
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Soil: Well Draining
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Fast
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Medium
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Suitable for shaping: No
Colour: Deep purplish black
Variegation: No
Size: Large
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage
Flower colour: Cream
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Summer
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