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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Phormium tenax purpureum
Purple New Zealand Flax
Flower Color
Description
A robust evergreen perennial with dull coppery-purple, strap-shaped leaves to 2m in length. Flowers reddish, in large panicles to 3m or taller
Mature Height
4m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
LoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 8-11
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Gravel gardenArchitecturalCity and courtyard gardensCoastalLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1L2279M | H: 40cm | €12.20 |
| H: 20cm2279J | H: 20cm | €6.84 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.