{"product_id":"black-magic-cordyline-cordyline-fruticosa-black-magic","title":"Black Magic Cordyline - Cordyline fruticosa 'Black Magic'","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Magic Cordyline (\u003cem\u003eCordyline fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Black Magic') is a tall, upright, broad-leaved foliage plant that grows about 1.8m high and 0.6m wide. The glossy leaves emerge green and mature to a deep purple-black. It is a dramatic backdrop for tropical and subtropical gardens and for pots, and it also does well indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear black foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves start green and mature to purple-black, giving the garden one of its darkest and richest tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA slim upright form.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 0.6m wide it takes little ground, so it works in narrow beds and tight corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA backdrop for brighter plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark glossy leaves make flowers and light foliage in front of them look brighter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in semi-shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows well out of full sun, which suits verandahs, courtyards and shaded garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot and indoor ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is adaptable enough for tubs, borders and indoor spaces with good light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use it as an accent plant beside broad-leaved companions such as ginger and alocasia, where its dark tones add depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and mass plantings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 60cm apart for a tall, dark screen of foliage. At that spacing the leaves overlap into a dense block of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, courtyards and indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot by a pool, entry or window shows off the glossy leaves, and it can live indoors in bright light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Black Magic Cordyline in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in part shade, in a protected position. Cordylines are surprisingly hardy and worth a go in most protected areas, but this tropical type is frost tender and does best in tropical and subtropical gardens or in a pot kept under cover in colder places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in well drained soil, mulch and fertilise at planting. It is surprisingly tolerant of dry conditions, though growth is restricted when it is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly while it establishes, and during dry spells, so the leaves stay full and glossy. Mulch to hold moisture around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove dead foliage where needed. Little other pruning is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Black Magic Cordyline as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. New leaves emerge green and darken as they mature, so a young plant can look greener than a mature one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cordylines\"\u003eBrowse cordylines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-tropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for tropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/maximizing-your-garden-with-cordylines-tips-for-a-lush-landscape\"\u003eUsing cordylines in a lush landscape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the new leaves green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaves emerge green and mature to purple-black, so a young plant looks greener than a mature one. The dark colour builds as the foliage ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is an adaptable plant that does well in pots and indoors in good light. Keep it away from cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Cordyline fruticosa is toxic to dogs and cats if eaten, so it is not a pet friendly plant. Keep it out of reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787201052991,"sku":"COR-FRU-BLACKM-tube","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/black-magic-cordyline-cordyline-fruticosa-black-magic.jpg?v=1792151832","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/black-magic-cordyline-cordyline-fruticosa-black-magic","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}