black flax
Black flax is a distinctive and dramatic perennial native to New Zealand, prized by gardeners for its rich, near-black foliage that brings stunning contrast and bold architectural structure to plantings. Whether used as a statement feature in contemporary landscapes or to add evergreen texture to mixed borders, black flax offers year-round impact with its upright, sword-like leaves and resilience in a variety of garden settings. Its adaptability to coastal gardens, resilience to wind and salt spray, and natural disease resistance make black flax a favourite choice for New Zealand gardens and landscaping projects, both large and small.
Phormium 'Black Pepe' (Dwarf Black Flax)
Phormium 'Black Pepe' is a dwarf Flax variety that produces black leaves with a purple overtone. It grows to 60 cm tall and the same wide in full sun on a well-drained site. Phormium 'Black Pepe' is added to mixed plantings, border plantings, coastal gardens, or planted around pool and barbecue areas.
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Phormium tenax
Phormium tenax, commonly known as the NZ flax or Harakeke, is a flax plant 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. It is a popular landscape option that is also often used to contrast with other plant colours. Mass planting on a bank not only provides an outstanding display but is also excellent for helping to stabilise the soil.
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