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Phormium tenax

Large growing native flax with sword-shaped leaves that grow in a fan shape. The red spring flowers are sought out by tuis and bellbirds.

Phormium tenax

Plant characteristics

Habit

Low growing

Exposure

Semi shade
Sun

Foliage

Evergreen

Flower Colour

Red

Foliage Colour

Green

Conditions

Frost tolerant
Salt tolerant
Tolerates wet areas
Wind tolerant

Category

Grass, flax & lilies
Native plants

Additional Interest

Low flammability