This hardy, evergreen, clumping plant is grown for its striking foliage. The strap like leaves of Phormium tenax are deep green but hybrid forms come in a range of colours including red, reddish purple and yellow. The flower stem, up to 4m long, carries sprays of red to orange flowers which develop into brownish black pods.
Common Name:
New Zealand Flax
Description:
This hardy, evergreen, clumping plant is grown for its striking foliage. The strap like leaves of Phormium tenax are deep green but hybrid forms come in a range of colours including red, reddish purple and yellow. The flower stem, up to 4m long, carries sprays of red to orange flowers which develop into brownish black pods.
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Uses:
A perfect plant for coastal areas, container growing and general garden planting. Use for bold effect around pools, ponds or in rockeries. The flower pods can be used in dried floral arrangements.
Position:
This hardy plant tolerates most soils and conditions but grows best in permanently moist soil.
Care:
Apply mulch in spring to reduce weed growth and keep roots cool and moist.
Height:
2.5m
Width:
2.5m
Pot Sizes:
Phormium tenax
This hardy, evergreen, clumping plant is grown for its striking foliage. The strap like leaves of Phormium tenax are deep green but hybrid forms come in a range of colours including red, reddish purple and yellow. The flower stem, up to 4m long, carries s