Phormium tenax 'Wings of Gold'
New Zealand Flax
Description
The Phormium tenax is a large, bold plant with stiffly vertical, sword-like, green, strap-like leaves that arise from its base. It should be grown under full sun.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Width Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Wind Break
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.