These resilient plants are grown for their bold, sword shaped leaves and striking foliage colours. They are well suited to a variety of aspects, perfect for an Australian garden.
Ideal for borders, dramatic foliage contrast & providing colour in the winter garden. Suitable for coastal gardens, containers and tubs.
Common Name:
Purple New Zealand Flax
Botanical Name:
Phormium tenax Purpureum
Plant size:
Approx 12 - 15cm
Pot size:
50mm pot.
Max growth:
Approx high 120-180cm and 1.2m wide.
Maintenance:
The Purple New Zealand Flax is frost hardy. Remove spent flowers when necessary.
Planting:
Grow in moist, well-drained soil.