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Phormium cookianum
The smaller of our native flax species with drooping leaves. The flowers are sought out by tuis and bellbirds. Easy to grow in most garden situations other than dense shade.
Plant characteristics
Habit
Low growing
Exposure
Semi shade
Sun
Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Flower Colour
Yellow
Foliage Colour
Green
Conditions
Frost tolerant
Tolerates sandy soil
Wind tolerant
Tolerates sandy soil
Wind tolerant
Category
Grass, flax & lilies
Native plants
Native plants
Additional Interest
Low flammability