Cordyline ‘Torbay Dazzler’ – cabbage palm
Description
Add architectural drama and year-round colour to your South London garden with Cordyline ‘Torbay Dazzler’. Its bold, variegated green and cream-striped leaves form an elegant fountain of foliage that looks striking in pots, borders, or as a focal point in modern planting schemes. Pairs beautifully with grasses, agapanthus, or salvias for a tropical-inspired display.
Plants supplied in a grower’s pot.
Key Features & Care:
Mature Height: 2–3m in UK conditions (can reach 4–8m over time in ideal conditions)
Mature Spread: 1–2m
Flower Colour: Pale yellow-green (small and lightly fragrant on mature plants)
Flowering Period: Spring to early summer
Foliage: Evergreen
Fragrant: No (flowers may have a light scent)
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast-growing
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens; protect from hard frost in containers
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained
Soil PH: Acid to neutral
Soil Type: Loam, clay, or sandy soils
Wildlife Friendly: Provides shelter for birds and insects
Perfect For:
South-facing urban gardens and courtyards
Tropical and coastal-style planting
Low-maintenance architectural structure
Large pots and statement containers
How to Grow:
Plant in free-draining soil in a sunny, sheltered spot. Water well in dry spells and feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser. In colder areas or exposed locations, grow in a container so it can be protected over winter. Remove dead or damaged lower leaves to maintain a clean shape.
Please note:
Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.