Cordyline
Question:
Cordyline approx 10 feet in height, flowered once 3 years ago. Last year it split into 3 branches. This year 2 branches are flowering. PROBLEM!! We have had it from 6 inches high in the same spot to the rear of a trellis fence which has a rowan type tree the other side tied into the trellis of 6 foot high the Cordyline (variety unknown) has many dry brown leaves also severe yellowing of many others. We treated the soil around it with growmore this year for the purpose of giving the bedding a boost. Is this what is affecting the Cordyline??The prevailing wind and rain is mostly from the south and as we are on a hill this hits the C/A full on. Is this a possible reason for the yellowing?? Please give us some advice if possible as we are the only ones in our estate with a Cordyline and would hate to lose it.
Answer:
The lower leaves of Cordylines turn brown and die off over time and the plant produces a stalk with the healthy leaves at the top. Just remove the dead leaves to make the plant look nicer tidy. It seems that Cordylines flourish on neglect so I wouldn't worry about feeding it. If you are worried that it is outgrowing its current position you should be able to move it somewhere more suitable as long as you treat it with care and prepare the planting hole well.
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