On Sat, 26 Jul 2003 22:09:10 +0100, Janet Baraclough
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Reading up on Cordylines, I find that there's a difference of opinion
between the 'experts' as to which are the hardiest of this attractive
plant.


My 'Senior Management' wants one with a single head. I want
one that is hardy.

They all start off with a single trunk/head afaik. If they get broken,
or die back, then if they regrow it's often from multiple buds which
makes a multiple trunked/headed plant.

Neither of us would object to a
red leafed variety, but would prefer a luxuriant green.

We live in balmy Plymouth, about a mile from the sea.

So. Which Cordyline would you recommend please?

Cordyline australasia is the toughest I think (green). C.indivisa has
wider (green)leaves but is less hardy.

Also. although I've browsed quite a bit, I've not been able
to find an established grower. Help!

Every gardencentre, DIY shed and supermarket seems to be selling them
atm, grown in pots, in all colours at low prices.

Janet
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Sorry Janet. I meant a "specialist" grower.
Thanks all the same______________