Phormium cookianum Black Adder is a striking New Zealand native flax that brings dramatic colour and structure to gardens across Aotearoa. This exceptional selection of Phormium cookianum is highly sought-after for its deep, almost black, arching leaves and elegant form, making it perfect for contemporary landscapes, naturalistic plantings, and container displays. With its resilient nature and contrasting foliage, Phormium cookianum Black Adder is an ideal choice for gardeners looking to add both visual impact and low-maintenance reliability to their outdoor spaces.
Phormium cookianum, commonly known as Mountain Flax or Wharariki, is a graceful New Zealand native valued for its arching green leaves and tall flower spikes. It typically grows 1–1.5 metres tall and wide, making it ideal for borders, mass plantings, or coastal gardens. In summer, it produces yellow to orange tubular flowers that attract birds and pollinators. Hardy and tolerant of wind, salt, and poor soils, Wharariki thrives in full sun to part shade.
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Phormium ‘Black Magic’ is a striking NZ flax prized for its deep purple black foliage and strong architectural form. This evergreen variety adds year round drama and contrast to gardens, landscapes, and commercial plantings. Hardy and adaptable, it performs well across a wide range of NZ conditions. Phormium ‘Black Magic’ is low maintenance, wind tolerant, and ideal for creating bold structure in both modern and traditional garden designs.
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