Cabbage Tree is currently unavailable.
Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.
Suited to regions: | All regions |
Plant type: | Shrubs |
Height: | 3.00 m |
Spread: | 1.50 m |
Flowering time: | |
Tolerances: | Coastal, Hardy |
Garden uses: | Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen |
Garden styles: | Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Tropical |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
“Midnight Star” is a variety of the commonly known, Cabbage Tree, and is grown for its dark purple foliage. The gently arching leaves are borne as a crown off a solitary stem and result in a very uniform and showy plant. This NZ native typically grows to 3 m tall and 1.5 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of moderate frost, dry periods, coastal conditions, and cool climates. “Midnight Star” makes a lovely specimen and is commonly planted in clusters to give a dramatic display. It is also commonly included in a mixed planting, added to tropical plantings, used to line a driveway, planted against a bland wall or around entranceways, or planted around outdoor living areas. The architectural form and attractive foliage makes this plant the perfect choice for the modern garden. This is a very popular plant owing to its striking colour and ease to grow.
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