Monrovia Bauer's Cordyline
Best architectural accent for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, year-round tropical color.
This is the ultimate shortcut for high-impact landscaping that doesn't demand a green thumb. You trade the delicate maintenance of traditional shrubs for a bold, architectural centerpiece that thrives on neglect and keeps its deep burgundy color all year long.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking bold, year-round vertical color
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, heat-hardy plants
- Container gardeners wanting versatile, movable focal points
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners unwilling to overwinter plants indoors
- Indoor gardeners wanting to avoid regular pest management
- Small-space gardeners looking for low-maintenance, compact shrubs
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Bold burgundy foliage creates an immediate, high-contrast focal point.
Maintenance Ease
Resilient nature requires minimal grooming to maintain its architectural shape.
Climate Adaptability
Thrives in heat and drought, though restricted to warmer hardiness zones.
Container Versatility
Perfectly suited for patio pots with its upright, palm-like structure.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer, reducing the need for protective garden measures.
Growth Predictability
Moderate growth rate ensures the plant stays within manageable size limits.
Key Specs
Mature Height
5 Feet
Mature Spread
3-5 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zones
9-11
Pot Size (for container planting)
16-24 inches wide, at least 14 inches deep
Botanical Name
Cordyline 'Baueri'
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Growth Rate
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Deer Resistant
Yes
Fragrance
Floral
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