Cordyline fruticosa 'Singapore Twist'
Cordyline fruticosa 'Singapore Twist'
The Cordyline fruticosa ‘Singapore Twist’ is a tropical shrub with broad green leaves with burgundy undersides and bright pink stems. The leaves are arranged on the stem in a fan shape which highlights the vibrant coloring of this plant. This plant can be enjoyed outdoors during the summer and moved indoors during the winter or in colder climates.
- FAQ about Cordyline fruticosa ‘Singapore Twist’:
- How big does Cordyline fruticosa ‘Singapore Twist’ grow?
- The Singapore Twist can grow to about 8 feet high and 3 feet wide.
- How do you prune a Cordyline fruticosa ‘Singapore Twist?’
- You can prune any Cordyline stalks that appear too tall, lanky or unattractive to you throughout the growing season. You can safely cut stems back to about 12 inches above the soil level to promote branching. New shoots will sprout from the cut as well as from lower areas of the stem. This also serves to control the ti plant's size.
- Do Cordyline fruticosa ‘Singapore Twist’s have deep roots?
- A Cordyline sends down long and deep roots, almost like an underground extension to its truck and then has lots of smaller fibre like roots. If you are planting a Cordyline in a pot, it is best to plant it in a tall pot so the roots have room to grow down deep.
- When is the best time to move a Cordyline fruticosa ‘Singapore Twist?’
- It is best to uproot and move a Cordyline in early spring while it's still dormant.
- What comes in the box?
- One Cordyline fruticosa 'Singapore Twist' in a 10" grow pot. Ceramic planter sold separately.