Overview
Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) is a tufted trees in the genus Cordyline, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6, H7. Suggested uses include architectural, coastal and low maintenance.
About
Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire' PBR) is an evergreen, tufted cultivar of the Cordyline genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs or tree-like perennials with long, narrow, leathery leaves. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained soil under full sun or partial shade, preferring sheltered locations with south, east, or west-facing aspects. Suitable for chalk, clay, loam, or sand soils across a range of pH levels, it is hardy in UK zones H6 and H7. Cordyline Firecracker is valued for its architectural form and low-maintenance nature, offering interest during spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cordyline
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6, H7
Plant details
Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Coastal, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR)
- Propagation
- Seed, Suckers
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Cordyline slime flux, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR)?
Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) need?
Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Cordyline Firecracker ('Norfire'PBR)?
Seed, Suckers.
