The Cordyline fruticosa 'Negra', commonly called the cabbage palm is a broad-leaved variety that has young green foliage that matures to a blackish dark purple with age. The Negra is an excellent plant for contrasting against other plants giving colour to the garden as well as a tropical or exotic vibe. The Negra is a beautiful statement plant in a feature pot or for mass planting.
Light requirement: Part sun/part shade and Bright indirect sunlight
Water requirement: Medium
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Soil: Well drained
Skill level: Intermediate
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: High
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Low
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Colour: Cream, Green, Grey, Purple
Variegation: Yes
Size: Large
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage
Flower colour: White
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Summer
Fruit: Yes