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Kirby (Cordyline Red) Plant Care Guide

Kirby, also known as Cordyline Festival Burgundy, is a striking outdoor evergreen with bold, burgundy-red leaves that bring color and texture to patios, borders, and garden beds. This plant reaches about 50–60 cm in height with a 17 cm nursery pot. While it’s easy to grow, it is toxic to pets if eaten, so it should be placed with care around animals.

Light Requirements

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• Needs sunlight to maintain deep red leaf color

• Avoid full shade, as it may cause the plant to fade or lose color vibrancy

Watering

• Drought-tolerant and prefers slightly dry soil

• Water only when the top 2 inches of soil feel dry

• Avoid overwatering, let the soil dry out between waterings

Shelter

• Sensitive to strong winds that can damage the leaves

• Best placed in a calm and sheltered outdoor spot

Quick Facts

• Botanical Name: Cordyline Festival Burgundy

• Common Names: Kirby, Cabbage tree, Cabbage palm

• Plant Type: Outdoor evergreen

• Plant Height (with pot): 50–60 cm

• Nursery Pot Size: 17 cm

• Pet/Baby Safe: ❌ Toxic to pets if eaten

• Light Level: Full sun to partial shade

• Best For: Borders, pots, patios, tropical-style gardens