Cordyline Design-a-line Burgandy
Best low-maintenance evergreen for adding tropical color to patio containers.
Introduce tropical flair to your landscape with the Cordyline Design-a-line™ Burgandy. This grass-like evergreen showcases rich burgundy foliage throughout the year, offering consistent visual interest. It features a moderate growth rate and develops multiple heads as it matures, creating a fuller appearance. Ideal for containers, borders, or in-ground planting near pools and patios, this variety thrives in partial to full sun conditions. While somewhat drought tolerant once established, it prefers moist, well-drained soil. Its deer-resistant nature adds peace of mind to your garden design.
$28.95
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Category Rank
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Price vs Category Average
-27%
Below average
SKU
27529
Who it's for
- Container gardeners looking for striking vertical focal points
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, year-round foliage contrast
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscaping
Who should skip it
- Indoor gardeners preferring plants that require minimal pest monitoring
- Cold-climate gardeners unwilling to manage overwintering or annual replacements
- Shady-garden owners unable to provide sufficient sunlight
Performance breakdown
Year-round Visual Impact
Deep burgundy foliage maintains vibrant color through every season.
Versatility of Placement
Adapts seamlessly to containers, garden borders, or poolside landscapes.
Maintenance Requirements
Low-effort evergreen that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance provides reliable protection for your garden investment.
Growth Habit
Multi-head development creates a lush, full aesthetic over time.
Climate Adaptability
Strict hardiness requirements limit cultivation to warmer, frost-free regions.
Key Specs
SKU
27529
Genus
Cordyline
Species
pumilo x banksia
Variety
'Roma06'
Item Form
1-Quart
Hardiness Zones
8 - 11
Mature Height
3 Feet
Mature Width
3 Feet
Features
- Provides rich burgundy color year-round
- Produces multiple heads as it matures for a fuller look
- Suitable for use in beds, borders, and containers
- Offers tropical appearance to landscapes
- Deer resistant pest protection
- Easy Care Plant
What customers say
Customers consistently celebrate the striking design and rich color of the Cordyline Design a line Burgandy. Reviewers frequently highlight the plant's architectural appeal, noting it provides dramatic contrast and height in mixed plantings. The quality of the plants received is a major positive, with many consumers reporting healthy, well rooted specimens that establish easily. This cordyline is highly valued for its reliable performance and exceptional visual impact, making it a garden favorite.
Know before you buy
This plant is hardy in zones 8 through 11. If you live in a region that experiences temperatures below these zones, you should plant it in a container so it can be moved indoors during the winter.
Since this variety reaches a mature width of 3 feet, you should space them at least 3 feet apart from the center of one plant to the next to allow for proper airflow and growth.
No, it is considered an easy-care plant. It naturally develops multiple heads as it matures, so it maintains a full, attractive shape without the need for frequent pruning.
Yes, its tropical appearance and moderate size make it an excellent choice for containers or landscape beds near pools and patios. It is also deer-resistant, which helps protect your garden investment.
While it is somewhat drought-tolerant once established, it performs best in moist, well-drained soil. You should water it regularly during the first growing season to help it settle in, adjusting frequency based on your local climate and soil moisture.
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