Phormium 'Wings of Gold'

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New Zealand Flax, Wings of Gold

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Description

The Phormium is a dwarf, growing to only 2'-3' tall. The stiff, vertical leaves are olive green in color with a yellow margin. It should be grown under full to part sun.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height 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

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape, 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:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).