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Feb 13, 2017 · New Zealand Flax, Phormium. If I were asked the question: “Kier, how many Phormiums have you planted in your landscaping career?” I’d answer (honestly): hundreds. Why so many? Basically, Phormiums are the ultimate strap-leafed perennial, and I will explain.
Common Name: New Zealand Flax. Origin: Phormium tenax occurs naturally in New Zealand and Norfolk Island, while Phormium cookianum is endemic to New Zealand. Characteristics: Gardeners know it as a large and often colorful spiky plant that makes an arresting focal point in the garden or in containers. It has sword-like leaves that shoot up from ...
Phormium 'Maori Queen' (New Zealand Flax) - New Zealand Flax cultivar that grows upright to 5 feet tall with 2" wide olive-green leaves edged rose-red. Edges fade to a cream color later in season. Plant in full sun to light shade. Can tolerate fairly dry conditions (coastal) but looks best with occasional to regular irrigation.
Native to New Zealand, this evergreen perennial forms clumps of sword-like leaves that are a striking combination of burgundy, green, and pinkish-red hues. The bold and colorful foliage of Maori Queen adds a touch of drama and flair to garden landscapes.
- $39.75
Mar 11, 2021 · New Zealand Flax, or Phormium, is a handsome long-lived evergreen shrub that forms bold clumps of elongated sword-shaped leaves. The attractive, often colourful foliage looks good all-year round and makes the perfect foil for other plants in borders, raised beds, gravel gardens and pots.
- BBC Gardeners' World Magazine
PPhormium 'Apricot Queen' (New Zealand Flax) - New Zealand Flax cultivar that grows to 3-4 feet tall with slightly arching and twisting 1 1/2" wide pale apricot yellow leaves with green margins (not nearly as apricot-colored as 'Sunset'). Plant in full sun to light shade.
Plant database entry for New Zealand Flax (Phormium 'Maori Queen') with 3 images and 32 data details.
