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pink cordyline

Pink cordylines are among the most sought-after feature plants for New Zealand gardens, thanks to their vibrant foliage and easy-care nature. If you’re searching for a pink cordyline to enliven your landscape, you’ll be delighted to discover these tropical-looking stunners aren’t just showy – they’re also hardy, low-maintenance, and versatile. Whether planted in pots, borders, or modern garden beds, pink cordyline varieties add dramatic colour and architectural structure. Read on to find the perfect pink cordyline for your needs and discover top tips for growing and styling these vivid beauties.

Cordyline australis albertii plants with variegated foliage.

Cordyline albertii

Cordyline albertii (Variegated Cabbage Tree) is a striking evergreen tree admired for its bold green leaves edged with creamy white variegation. This eye catching form adds brightness and structure to New Zealand gardens while maintaining a strong architectural presence.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, Tropical
Cordyline Showoff with green foliage growing by a shop against a black wall.

Cordyline Showoff

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Cordyline 'Showoff' is a vibrant, clump-forming variety renowned for its striking, variegated foliage in pink, red, and green, which adds instant impact to New Zealand gardens. Growing to around 1–1.2 metres tall, it forms a compact, tidy shape perfect for borders, containers, or accent planting.

From $35.19

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 60 cm
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Cordyline australis trees growing as a cluster.
Cordyline australis

Cordyline australis, also known as the Cabbage Tree or tī kōuka, is a hardy and iconic New Zealand native. It features long, sword-like green leaves...

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Cordyline 'Jade Fountain' plant.
Cordyline Jade Fountain

Cordyline 'Jade Fountain' is a graceful evergreen plant admired for its arching jade green foliage and elegant fountain like form. The soft flowing...

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Cornus 'Stokes Pink' elegant pink flowers.
Cornus 'Stokes Pink'

Cornus 'Stokes Pink' is a deciduous shrub grown for its colourful flowering in spring. At this time, masses of showy, two-tone pink flowers are borne...

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Bergenia 'Pink Snow Cloud'

Bergenia 'Pink Snow Cloud' is an attractive evergreen perennial admired for its soft pink flowers and bold glossy foliage. Flowering from late winter...

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Rhododendron Vireya 'Pink Jazz'

Vireya Rhododendron 'Pink Jazz' is a stunning tropical rhododendron admired for its vibrant pink flowers and glossy evergreen foliage. The blooms...

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Cordyline stricta plants growing in their native setting.
Cordyline stricta

Cordyline stricta, commonly known as the Slender Palm Lily, features narrow, strap like, green leaves held on upright stems which gives a very lush...

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Alstroemeria Pink Star plant in full flower.
Alstroemeria Pink Star (Peruvian Lily)

Alstroemeria 'Pink Star' is a stunning perennial renowned for its masses of bright pink flowers and exceptional flowering performance. This long...

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Alpinia henryi Pink Perfection

Alpinia henryi Pink Perfection is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and pretty flowers. It features glossy, dark green foliage which...

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Helleborus 'Pink Hybrid' (Hellebore)

Helleborus 'Pink Hybrid' is a delightful evergreen perennial that produces elegant pink flowers through winter and early spring when colour is most...

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Cordyline 'Broadsword' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Cordyline Broadsword

Cordyline 'Broadsword' is a smaller variety of the commonly known Cabbage Tree, and features broad, bright green leaves held on a small tree. It...

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Deutzia Compact Pink

Deutzia 'Compact Pink' is a compact deciduous shrub valued for its masses of soft pink flowers that cover the plant during late spring and early...

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Callistemon 'Candy Floss' (Pink Bottlebrush)

Callistemon 'Candy Floss' is a delightful evergreen shrub admired for its soft pink bottlebrush flowers that appear from spring into summer. The...

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Loropetalum 'China Pink' ground cover plant with purple foliage.
Loropetalum 'China Pink'

Loropetalum 'China Pink' produces fragrant, pink flowers in winter, which are both unusual and appealing. The foliage is oval, rich purple, and held...

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Prunus Pink Cloud

Prunus 'Pink Cloud' is a beautiful cherry tree known for its profuse vibrant pink blossoms in spring. This deciduous tree grows up to 5 metres tall...

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An informal Escallonia 'Pink Elle' hedge growing alongside a fence.
Escallonia 'Pink Elle'

Escallonia 'Pink Elle' is a compact variety of Escallonia, prized for its attractive foliage and small, fragrant flowers. Glossy, green leaves give...

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Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance' shrub with pink flowers and dark green foliage.
Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance' (Pink Rosemary)

Rosmarinus 'Pink Remembrance', commonly known as Pink Rosemary, is a mid-sized, evergreen shrub that features masses of petite, pink flowers in...

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An avenue of Prunus 'Pink Perfection' trees with pink blossoms.
Prunus 'Pink Perfection'

Prunus 'Pink Perfection' is a stunning flowering cherry celebrated for its profusion of double pink blossoms in spring. This deciduous tree brings...

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Callistemon 'Hot Pink' (Pink Bottlebrush)

Callistemon 'Hot Pink' is a vibrant evergreen shrub admired for its eye catching hot pink bottlebrush flowers that appear from spring into summer...

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Tabebuia rosea tree with masses of pink flowers.
Tabebuia rosea (Pink Poui)

Tabebuia rosea is a spectacular flowering tree admired for its masses of soft pink trumpet shaped blooms that appear before the foliage in spring...

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Michelia 'Touch of Pink'

Michelia 'Touch of Pink' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of fragrant pink toned flowers. Blooming over...

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Gaura 'Steffi Blush Pink'

Gaura 'Steffi Blush Pink' is a compact perennial that produces masses of delicate blush pink flowers on slender stems from spring through autumn. Its...

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Michelia 'Paton Pink' flowers on a stem.
Michelia 'Paton Pink'

Michelia 'Paton Pink' is a stunning evergreen tree known for its profusion of fragrant, blush pink flowers in early spring. The blossoms appear among...

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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

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Azalea 'Guanda Pink'

Azalea 'Guanda Pink' is a beautiful evergreen azalea prized for its soft pink flowers that appear in abundance during spring. The delicate blooms sit...

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Cordyline Pink Perfection

Cordyline 'Pink Perfection' is a vibrant evergreen plant admired for its striking green leaves edged and flushed with bright pink tones. The...

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Cordyline Pink Edge

Cordyline 'Pink Edge' is a vibrant evergreen plant admired for its rich green leaves edged with bright pink tones. The colourful variegation adds...

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Cordyline 'Electric Pink' plants in pots for sale.
Cordyline Electric Pink

Cordyline 'Electric Pink' is a bold, eye-catching plant with vibrant pink and burgundy striped foliage that adds instant colour to any New Zealand...

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Cordyline Pink Diamond

Cordyline 'Pink Diamond' is a striking evergreen plant admired for its vibrant pink and green variegated foliage that adds brightness and bold colour...

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Cordyline 'Sunrise' pink and purple foliage.
Cordyline 'Sunrise'

Cordyline 'Sunrise' is a striking ornamental plant admired for its bold pink and burgundy striped foliage. This colourful variety brings vibrancy and...

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Cordyline 'Pink Passion' plants with colourful, pink leaves.
Cordyline Pink Passion

Cordyline 'Pink Passion' is a hybrid variety of cabbage tree that features narrow, hot pink leaves. It grows with an upright habit, reaching 1.2 m in...

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Why Choose a Pink Cordyline for Your Garden

A pink cordyline offers instant curb appeal with its bold, sword-shaped leaves washed in shades from blush to deep magenta. These drought-tolerant evergreen perennials thrive in the New Zealand climate, handling both full sun and partial shade. Their year-round colour and striking form make them favourites for gardens big and small, from urban courtyards to coastal escapes. Pink cordylines pair beautifully with flaxes, grasses, and subtropical plantings, and they make an eye-catching statement when planted in groups or as a solitary feature.

Best Pink Cordyline Varieties

There are several stunning varieties to choose from, each with its own shade and flair. Here are some of the top options to consider:

How to Grow and Care for Pink Cordyline in New Zealand

Pink cordylines grow best in free-draining soil rich in organic matter. Choose a spot with plenty of sun for the boldest leaf colour, but most varieties will also tolerate light shade. They’re wind tolerant, cope well with coastal conditions, and are mostly frost-hardy in mild areas. Water your pink cordyline regularly during dry spells, especially when young, but avoid soggy conditions. Feed with a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring for lush, colourful growth. Remove any damaged leaves at the base to keep your plant looking its best.

Landscaping Ideas With Pink Cordyline

Use a pink cordyline as an architectural feature in a modern entrance, mass plant them for a vivid hedging effect, or add them to subtropical gardens for a splash of colour. They look fantastic paired with contrasting foliage plants like flaxes, grasses, and ferns. For smaller spaces or contemporary courtyards, grow pink cordyline varieties in stylish pots and position them for maximum impact. For further inspiration, browse our full range of cordyline varieties, including Cordyline Pink Perfection, Cordyline Pink Edge, Cordyline Electric Pink, Cordyline Pink Diamond, and Cordyline Pink Passion.

Transform your garden with a pink cordyline and enjoy year-round impact, vibrant colour, and lasting style from this New Zealand favourite.

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