Yellow Wave New Zealand Flax 180MM

Phormium tenax 'Yellow Wave'

I am Yellow Wave New Zealand Flax. My family originated from New Zealand.

Habit Strappy - Ideal for Mass Planting

Plant family Asphodelaceae

I am a Phormium with a wide bright yellow strip down the centre of my dramatic sword shaped leaves. Incredibly hardy I am favoured to add structure and architectural form to the garden. Adaptable I will perform well in pots and other containers providing options in hard landscapes. In spring through to summer I produce very large dark flower spikes with red bird attracting blooms. I am a great feature plant in the garden either singly or in groups. My upright habit means I can be an effective screening option.

I am popular and will make you happy because...

I am a smaller growing Phormium well suited to pots and a great way to brighten up patios and paved areas

My architectural form, ease of care and striped green and yellow foliage create structure in the garden

Incredibly hardy I tolerate salt, frost, extremes of temperature and am rarely affected by pests and diseases

Features

Ideal light: Full Sun to Full ShadeI thrive in full sun to part shade

Height: 1.2m Width: 1.2m(Size at point of sale approx. 65cm including pot)

Water needs: Low (once established)I require minimal water once established

Hardy I am ideal for exposed locations and coastal planting. I perform well in most soils

Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Cut flowers Coastal tolerant Red flowers Bright Yellow With Green Edges foliage Flowers Jan, Oct-Dec

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
In pots and other containers
As a hedge or screening plant

Tips for success

I am particularly low maintenance. Removing my spent foliage is all that is needed to keep me looking tidy

Suggested spacing: 0.8m apart.

Full Sun to Full Shade (6+ hours direct sun to no direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Ask your retailer for Yellow Wave New Zealand Flax by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.

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