phormium like plants
If you're searching for phormium like plants to bring structure, colour, and drama to your garden, you're in the right place. Phormiums, also known as New Zealand flaxes, are renowned for their striking architectural form and resilience, but many gardeners want to explore similar alternatives or companion plants that offer comparable effect. This guide introduces you to a range of phormium like plants and explores their attributes, growing tips, and how to make the best use of these bold, easy-care plants in your New Zealand landscape.
Phormium 'Surfer'
Phormium 'Surfer' is a compact New Zealand native flax admired for its striking green leaves edged with bronze and red tones. Its upright, arching foliage adds year round structure, texture, and colour contrast to the garden. This hardy and versatile variety is ideal for small spaces, borders, and containers.
From $14.95
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.
From $7.50
