Bauer's Cordyline

<h2>How to Plant and Care for Bauer’s Cordyline</h2>

<h2>Planting Instructions</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Location:</strong> Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade. More sun results in deeper leaf color. If planting indoors, choose an area with bright, indirect light.</li> <li><strong>Soil:</strong> Prefers well-draining, fertile soil with organic matter. Avoid heavy clay.</li> <li><strong>Digging the Hole:</strong> Dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the root ball.</li> <li><strong>Planting:</strong> Place the plant in the hole so that the top of the root ball is level with the ground. Fill in with soil, pressing gently to remove air pockets.</li> <li><strong>Watering:</strong> Water deeply after planting, ensuring the soil is moist but not soggy.</li> <li><strong>Mulching:</strong> Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture.</li> </ul> <h2>Watering & Care</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Watering:</strong> Keep soil consistently moist for the first few months. Once established, water when the top inch of soil is dry.</li> <li><strong>Fertilizing:</strong> Feed every 2-3 months with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.</li> <li><strong>Pruning:</strong> Trim dead or damaged leaves to encourage fresh growth.</li> <li><strong>Cold Protection:</strong> In colder areas, protect from frost with a frost cloth or grow in a container to move indoors.</li> </ul> <h2>Container Planting</h2> <ul> <li>Use a large pot with drainage holes.</li> <li>Fill with well-draining potting mix.</li> <li>Water when the top inch of soil is dry.</li> <li>Repot every 2-3 years to refresh soil.</li> </ul>