New Zealand Flax
Phormium tenax
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A striking evergreen perennial with long, sword-like leaves in green, bronze, or variegated colors that form an architectural clump. It produces tall spikes of tubular flowers in red, yellow, or orange and adds dramatic texture and year-round interest to gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
New Zealand
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Jester features pink-and-green striped leaves for ornamental impact; Sundowner displays bronze foliage with pink edges. Many compact dwarf cultivars are available for smaller spaces, while species forms reach full height and are ideal for bold architectural statements.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A striking evergreen perennial with long, sword-like leaves in green, bronze, or variegated colors that form an architectural clump. It produces tall spikes of tubular flowers in red, yellow, or orange and adds dramatic texture and year-round interest to gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well New Zealand Flax grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
New Zealand
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Jester features pink-and-green striped leaves for ornamental impact; Sundowner displays bronze foliage with pink edges. Many compact dwarf cultivars are available for smaller spaces, while species forms reach full height and are ideal for bold architectural statements.