New Zealand Grasses And Flax
Phormium tenax (Harakeke)
Phormium tenax, commonly known as flax or harakeke, is an herbaceous perennial that produces erect, green, sword-like leaves. Stems rise above the foliage in summer to bear twisted looking flowers that result in black seed pods in autumn and the nectar produced by the flowers attracts both birds and butterflies. Harakeke grows as a clump to about 2 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. Phormium tenax is a popular landscape option is also often used to contrast with other plant colours. A mass planting on bank not only provides an outstanding display but is great for helping to stabilise the soil.
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Phormium Moonraker (Moonraker Flax)
Phormium Moonraker is a variety of Flax that produces cream and green leaves, and grows with a tidy and compact habit to about 75 cm tall and the same wide. Phormium Moonraker makes a fantastic addition to mixed plantings, borders, and coastal gardens. It is commonly planted around water features as well as pool and barbecue areas along with other living areas.
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