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Outdoor Planting (Warm Months)
Choose the Right Location:
Pick a spot with partial sun to bright indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Ensure protection from strong winds, as Cordyline’s leaves can be delicate.
Soil Requirements:
Use well-draining soil, preferably a mix of garden soil, compost, and perlite or sand to improve drainage.
Avoid heavy clay soil, which retains too much water.
Watering & Humidity:
Water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist but not soggy.
Since Ohio’s climate can be dry at times, misting the leaves occasionally can help.
Temperature Considerations:
Cordyline ‘Kiwi’ thrives in temperatures above 55°F.
Since Ohio winters get much colder, treat it as an annual or bring it indoors when temperatures drop below 50°F.
Overwintering Indoors
Before the first frost, dig up your Cordyline and pot it in well-draining soil.
Place it in a bright, warm indoor location with indirect sunlight.
Reduce watering in winter, keeping the soil slightly dry to prevent root rot.
Cordyline ‘Kiwi’ pairs well with plants that complement its tropical look and thrive in similar growing conditions. Here are some great companion plants for your Ohio garden:
1. Ornamental Grasses (for texture and movement)
2. Tropical Foliage Plants (for a lush, exotic vibe)
3. Flowering Annuals & Perennials (for seasonal color)
Calibrachoa (Million Bells) – Trailing flowers add a pop of color in containers or borders.
Begonias – Thrive in partial shade and provide continuous blooms.
Salvia – Attracts pollinators and adds vertical interest with spikes of blue or red flowers.
4. Low-Growing Ground Covers (to fill in gaps)
Sweet Potato Vine (Ipomoea batatas) – A trailing plant that complements Cordyline’s bright foliage.
5. Container Combinations
Pair Cordyline ‘Kiwi’ with trailing petunias, ferns, and coleus in a large decorative pot.
