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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Phormium tenax Variegata
Variegated New Zealand Flax
Flower Color
Description
'Duet' is an evergreen perennial up to 80cm in height, with sword-shaped leaves green in the centre, variegated with cream along the margins. Flowers yellowish, seldom produced
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Clumping
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 8-11
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
City and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenArchitecturalLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5LP196180V0050Z00010 | €23.75 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.