Burgundy Spire Cordyline
Best architectural accent for gardeners seeking dramatic, dark-toned vertical interest.
The Burgundy Spire Cordyline is celebrated for its striking, deep burgundy to rich chocolate foliage, forming a distinct, bold spire shape. It is noted as the darkest variety in its species, retaining its foliage longer on the trunk than others. This frost-tender evergreen provides richly colored accent interest for both container gardens and landscape settings. In colder climates, it should be treated as an annual or brought indoors for overwintering. It grows quickly to a mature height of 8 feet and a spread of 3 feet, thriving in partial shade to full sun conditions.
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Price vs Category Average
-37%
Below average
Mature Height
8
/ feet
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting drought-tolerant, low-maintenance landscape plants
- Designers seeking high-contrast, year-round foliage for garden beds
- Urban gardeners needing vertical accents for narrow patio spaces
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners living outside of USDA Zones 9-11
- Gardeners with heavy, poorly draining soil conditions
- Impatient landscapers looking for immediate, mature height
Performance breakdown
Foliage Intensity
Deep chocolate tones provide unmatched visual drama for any garden space.
Growth Velocity
Rapid development helps achieve a mature, established look in record time.
Versatility
Thrives equally well in decorative containers or as a landscape accent.
Light Adaptability
Flexible light requirements allow for placement in sun or partial shade.
Foliage Retention
Superior leaf density keeps the trunk looking full and lush longer.
Climate Resilience
Frost-tender nature requires careful overwintering or seasonal replacement in colder zones.
Key Specs
Mature Height
8 feet
Mature Width
3 feet
Growth Rate
Fast
Light Needs
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Foliage Color
Purple
Bloom Time
Late spring (creamy white flowers)
Available Size
1 gallon, 5 gallon
Features
- Deepest burgundy/chocolate foliage color among its species
- Foliage holds longer on the trunk compared to other varieties
- Provides a richly colored accent for visual interest
- Suitable for use in containers or in the landscape
- Fast growth rate helps establish the look quickly
- Tolerates both partial shade and full sun exposure
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the striking design and vibrant color of the Burgundy Spire Cordyline. Its architectural form makes it a perfect focal point in containers or garden beds. Reviewers consistently note the exceptional quality, often mentioning that the plants arrive healthy and robust, reflecting Monrovia's premium reputation. The deep burgundy foliage maintains its rich hue throughout the season, providing reliable, high impact visual appeal. This plant is highly valued for its aesthetic contribution and proven hardiness.
Know before you buy
This plant is frost-tender and will not survive freezing temperatures outdoors. In colder regions, treat it as an annual or plant it in a container so you can move it indoors to a bright, protected area during the winter months.
Yes, it is versatile and performs well in both partial shade and full sun. If you live in an area with extremely intense summer heat, partial shade may help prevent the foliage from scorching.
This variety is known for its fast growth rate, making it an excellent choice if you want to establish a bold, structural look in your landscape quickly. You can expect it to reach its mature height of 8 feet relatively soon after planting.
It has a narrow, upright habit, reaching 8 feet in height but only 3 feet in width. Its vertical, spire-like shape makes it a great space-saving accent for tight corners or narrow garden beds.
Yes, the Burgundy Spire produces creamy white flowers in late spring. While the primary appeal is its deep burgundy and chocolate foliage, these blooms provide a subtle, elegant contrast to the dark leaves.
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