Ti leaf

Ti leaf Care

Cordyline fruticosa

What is the plant

A perfect companion to any Mediterranean-style garden, the Ti Leaf is easy to grow and has large gorgeous leaves with beautiful flowers during the summer.

Ti leaf (Cordyline fruticosa) is a perennial evergreen that grows as a shrub. It is native to regions of Southeast Asia, Hawaii, and Australia.

Ti leaf, when grown outdoors, can reach heights of 3-12ft(1-4m) and is also perfect for growing indoors, reaching more manageable heights of 3-6ft(1-2m).

You can identify the Ti leaf by its large leaves, which appear in various colors, including red, green, purple, black, and pink. Identification is made more straightforward due to the small pink or white flowers that bloom during the summer.

humidity

High

lighting

Part sun and part shade

temperature

23°C - 35°C

hardiness zone

10a - 11b

difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
It thrives with lots of even moisture with adequate drainage to avoid rotting. It is recommended to maintain constant moisture levels in the soil.
Pruning
Removing yellow or browning leaves as necessary.
Fertilizer
A 10-10-10 slow-release mix for flowering plants once in the spring will more than suffice.

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Sunlight
This plant thrives in a partially shaded area that receives lots of indirect sunlight and will thrive in a well-lit living or dining area out of direct sunlight when growing indoors.
Soil
Sandy soil is high in organic matter and has a healthy amount of clay is recommended to retain moisture and ensure adequate drainage.
Propagation
Ti leaf is propagated by seed, vegetative process, or dividing the rhizomes.

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Temperature
The plant feels the best when in the temperature range of 65°F (18°C) to 95°F (35°C), even though it can tolerate low temperatures to 30°F (-1°C).
Container
The plant is comfortable in a pot measuring 10”-20”(25cm-50cm) and also grows quite well outdoors in the ground. The more depth added to the pot size will lead to more space for the roots to grow and, ultimately, a taller shrub.
Fun fact
Ti leaves are considered sacred by Hawaiian deities Lono and Laka. Ti leaves are seen as representative of fertility and Hula.