Electric Pink Cordyline
Best vibrant evergreen for gardeners seeking low-maintenance tropical color.
The Electric Pink Cordyline is an open, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub that brings a lush, tropical feel to any landscape or container. Young leaves emerge dark red, maturing to deep burgundy highlighted by luminous hot pink stripes, offering spectacular visual interest. It features a coarse texture and an upright spreading habit, making it ideal as an accent or for mass planting. This plant requires occasional maintenance, primarily just removing dieback, as it does not respond well to heavy pruning. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers average to moist soil conditions, offering year-round color.
$29.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1080
/ 2713
#1080 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-31%
Below average
Mature Height
3
/ feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, year-round visual interest
- Patio owners looking for vertical, tropical container accents
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-tolerant greenery
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in regions with freezing winter temperatures
- People with limited access to bright, indirect sunlight
- Indoor plant owners wary of monitoring for common pests
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Luminous pink stripes provide a high-contrast focal point for any garden.
Maintenance Ease
Minimal pruning requirements make this a low-effort choice for busy gardeners.
Versatility
Thrives equally well in decorative containers or as a mass-planted landscape.
Environmental Resilience
Robust tolerance for urban pollution and salt makes it city-friendly.
Year-round Appeal
Evergreen foliage ensures consistent color throughout every season.
Growth Predictability
Compact three-foot dimensions allow for precise planning in tight spaces.
Key Specs
Mature Height
3 feet
Mature Width
3 feet
Growth Rate
Medium
Light Needs
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs
Average to Moist
USDA Hardiness Zones
8
Maintenance Level
Low
Pruning Requirements
Remove only dieback
Features
- Striking burgundy and hot pink foliage
- Evergreen for year-round color
- Ideal for containers and hanging baskets
- Tolerant of salt and urban pollution
- Low maintenance, minimal pruning needed
- Adds a tropical aesthetic
- Ornamental sword-like leaves
- Suitable for accent or mass planting
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Electric Pink Cordyline for its stunning visual appeal, noting the vibrant, almost neon pink coloration that provides an immediate focal point in any garden or container. The primary sentiment revolves around the exceptional quality of the plants received from Armstrong Garden Centers; they arrive healthy, well rooted, and ready to thrive. Reviewers frequently mention the plant's robust nature and its ability to maintain color saturation even in varied light conditions, confirming its status as a high impact, low effort ornamental choice.
Know before you buy
No, this plant requires very little maintenance. You should only prune it to remove any dieback or damaged foliage, as it does not respond well to heavy trimming.
Yes, the Electric Pink Cordyline is an excellent choice for containers and hanging baskets. Its upright, spreading habit and compact size make it perfect for accenting outdoor living spaces.
This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade. Providing adequate light is key to maintaining the intensity of its deep burgundy leaves and hot pink stripes.
Yes, it is a great option for coastal areas because it is tolerant of salt and urban pollution. Its evergreen nature ensures you will have year-round color despite these environmental factors.
At maturity, this shrub will reach approximately 3 feet in height and 3 feet in width. Its medium growth rate makes it easy to manage in both garden beds and pots.
The Electric Pink Cordyline is hardy in USDA zones 8. If you live in a colder climate, you should plan to keep it in a container so it can be moved indoors during freezing temperatures.
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