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Why we like this plant
Need to add energy and brightness to your garden? Cordyline ‘Lime Passion’ does exactly that. With its zingy variegated leaves and sleek form, it injects instant style and structure—especially in urban or tropical-inspired spaces. Whether in pots by your front door or dotting through gravel borders, this cordyline is a joy to grow and great for visual impact.
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About this plant
Cordyline ‘Lime Passion’ is an eye-catching evergreen with striking lime-green and creamy yellow variegated foliage that adds a zing of brightness to any planting scheme. Its long, arching, sword-like leaves emerge in rosettes and offer a tropical, architectural look that works beautifully in contemporary gardens, mixed borders, or large containers. This vibrant cultivar is both stylish and hardy in milder areas, making it an excellent choice for year-round foliage colour with minimal maintenance.
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Key features
- Lime-green and cream variegated leaves
- Architectural, upright habit
- Evergreen foliage for year-round interest
- Great for pots, patios, and borders
- Low maintenance
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Eventual height and
spreadHeight: 120–180cm | Spread: 60–100cm
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Growth
habitUpright and spiky, with clumping foliage forming a bold rosette; may form a trunk with age.
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Moisture
Moderate – moist but well-drained preferred
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Position in
the GardenExcellent for statement containers, patio displays, or as a feature in borders
Planting guide
Plant in spring or early summer in free-draining soil. Choose a sunny or lightly shaded spot, ideally with shelter from cold winds. Water well during dry spells and use a slow-release fertiliser in spring.
Care tips
Protect young plants in winter and avoid overwatering. Remove dead or damaged leaves in spring. Container plants benefit from repotting every few years.
Winter care
In colder areas, protect the crown and roots with fleece or mulch. Ideal for container planting so it can be moved to shelter during severe frost. Ensure free-draining soil to prevent rot.