black new zealand flax
Black New Zealand flax is a dramatic, architectural staple in Kiwi gardens, renowned for its deep, dark foliage and striking presence. With their roots in Aotearoa, these native flaxes lend a bold look to landscapes, rockeries, and even modern courtyards. Whether you’re seeking a statement specimen or an easy-care accent plant, the black New Zealand flax offers versatility, toughness, and year-round colour.
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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