Phormium Tenax Purpereum (New Zealand Flax), 150cm

This evergreen upright perennial has bold, pointed leaves which are red-purple to dark brown.  Panicles of red flowers appear in late summer to mid autumn.

A wonderful feature plant with a strong architectural silhouette.

Requires minimal pruning. In late spring remove any dead or damaged leaves and apply a balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted organic matter to stimulate vigorous, new growth.

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