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Damaged roots - Cordyline australis

Hi, first time on here, looking for advice .

I have this plant which I believe is called a Cordyline Australis, but I could be wrong.

Its been in place over 10 years but does not seem to grow, I cut a stem off about 4 years back to try and encourage growth but to no avail.

The base of the trunk is very loose an has been for a while, it looks like its rotted on one side at the base of the trunk, see photo. It would not take much to pull it from the ground. It needs securing with a post at the moment.

Do you have any recommendations to get this growing again as I don't want to give up on it.

Many Thanks


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  • Arthur1Arthur1 Posts: 542
    I think you probably already know the sensible solution here - remove and replace. However, if you want to keep it you need to make sure it doesn't move so it gets the chance to heal. A short solid stake might help. And time.
  • Yes that's what I thought, I did stake it several years ago and have done so again today. 
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