nz flax varieties
Looking for the perfect addition to your garden with unique texture and vibrant colour? Exploring nz flax varieties opens up a world of gardening possibilities, from architectural statements to low-maintenance border plants. New Zealand flax, scientifically known as Phormium, includes a wide range of cultivars, each offering distinctive foliage colours, growth habits, and versatility. Whether you're after a compact specimen for containers or a dramatic accent for larger landscapes, there’s an nz flax variety to suit every need and style. Read on for inspiration and tips on selecting the right New Zealand flax for your space.
Phormium 'Surfer Bronze'
Phormium 'Surfer Bronze' is a compact and stylish New Zealand native flax with narrow, upright leaves in rich bronze tones. This striking ornamental flax is perfect for adding colour contrast and texture to modern and traditional gardens. Its tidy, clump forming habit makes it suitable for smaller spaces, borders, and pots. Hardy, low maintenance, and versatile, Phormium 'Surfer Bronze' is a reliable plant that thrives in a wide range of NZ garden conditions.
From $12.95
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.
From $7.50
