New Zealand Flax
Phormium tenax
Also known as
Coastal Flax, Harakeke, Common Flax Lily, Flax Bush, New Zealand Hemp, Flax
Full Sun
Light watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
4m | Max | 2.5m |
2.5m | Min | 1.5m |
20 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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New Zealand Flax Overview
This species produces evergreen foliage and dusky red flowers. They are very salt tolerant and thrives in seaside conditions.
Common problems with New Zealand Flax
How to propagate New Zealand Flax
Seed
You can propagate from seed.
Division
Division in spring.
Other uses of New Zealand Flax
Foliage, ornamental. Suitable for coastal conditions.