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Looking for the perfect phormium nursery in New Zealand? You've come to the right place. As passionate growers and suppliers of New Zealand flax, we offer a wide selection of premium phormiums to meet any landscaping or gardening need. Whether you’re a home gardener keen to add year-round colour to your borders, or a professional landscaper seeking resilient structure plants, our phormium nursery is your go-to source for healthy, locally grown specimens. With expert advice and reliable nationwide delivery, finding the ideal phormium cultivar for your garden has never been easier.

Phormium 'Surfer' plants in pots for sale at The Plant Company nursery.

Phormium 'Surfer'

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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. With its stylish appearance and easy care nature, Phormium 'Surfer' is a popular choice for NZ gardeners wanting a reliable and decorative plant.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian
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Phormium 'Veneer'

Phormium Veneer is a colourful and very popular NZ native flax that features striking orange and brown stripes. It grows as a very tidy clump to about 80 cm tall and the same wide. Phormium Veneer is commonly added to mixed and border plantings, included in coastal gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or maintained in a container.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 80 cm
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Phormium 'Jack Spratt' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.

Phormium 'Jack Spratt'

Phormium 'Jack Spratt' is one of the smallest New Zealand native flax varieties, admired for its narrow, upright leaves in rich bronze to dark...

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Phormium tenax plant in a garden with green foliage.

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...

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Phormium 'Pink Panther'

Phormium Pink Panther produces long, sword like leaves that are candy pink with red-bronze margins. This Flax typically grows to 1.2 m tall and the...

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Phormium 'Velvet Underground'

Phormium Velvet Underground is a colourful NZ native flax that features striking grey foliage with pink stripes. It grows as a very tidy clump to...

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Phormium 'Pepe' (Dwarf Flax)

Phormium Pepe is a smaller variety of Flax that produces narrow and sword-like, bright green leaves. It typically grows to just 45 cm tall and the...

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Phormium 'Surfer Bronze' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.

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...

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Phormium 'Stripy Mist'

Phormium Stripy Mist is a popular NZ native dwarf flax that features striking green leaves with a chocolate brown centre. It grows as a very tidy...

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Phormium 'Black Pepe' dwarf flax plant.

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...

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Phormium 'Green Dwarf' flax plant in a native garden with Oioi plants.

Phormium 'Green Dwarf'

Phormium 'Green Dwarf', also known as Dwarf Green Flax, is a compact, tidy New Zealand flax cultivar with lush, bright green, strap-like leaves. It...

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Phormium 'Emerald Gem' in a native garden.

Phormium 'Emerald Gem'

Phormium 'Emerald Gem' is a dwarf variety of Mountain Flax or Wharariki. It produces emerald-green leaves and grows to 60 cm tall and 70 cm wide in...

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Phormium 'Chocomint'

Phormium Chocomint is a popular variety of Flax owing to its colourful foliage which brown with green stripes. It grows to 1 m tall and wide in full...

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A large Phormium 'Jester' plant with colourful foliage.

Phormium 'Jester'

Phormium 'Jester' is a showy variety of Flax that produces leaves that are striped with a broad, pink central band and a dark purple border. This...

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Phormium cookianum

Phormium cookianum, commonly known as Mountain Flax or Wharariki, is a graceful New Zealand native valued for its arching green leaves and tall...

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A large Phormium 'Evening Glow' plant in a garden.

Phormium 'Evening Glow'

Phormium 'Evening Glow' is a variety of Flax that produces long and broad, sword-like leaves that are coloured various shades of pink and red with a...

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Nursery Grade Growing Media

The Plant Company growing media is top of the line and used by the best commercial nurseries. This blend has been developed over many years to...

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Discover the Beauty of Phormiums

Phormiums, also known as New Zealand flax, are treasured for their dramatic foliage and low-maintenance nature. At our phormium nursery, we stock a diverse collection ranging from bold architectural forms to compact varieties suited for containers and small spaces. These plants thrive in New Zealand conditions, offering drought tolerance and resilience to coastal winds—making them an inspired choice for modern gardens.

Popular varieties include Phormium 'Black Magic', which boasts striking, deep purple-black leaves, and the vibrant Phormium 'Sunset Dreams', featuring shades of orange, pink, and green. For those who prefer a more upright habit, Phormium 'Guardsman' stands tall with bold red foliage, while Phormium 'Dark Delight' is admired for its rich burgundy tones. Another favourite, Phormium 'Sundowner', brings a dynamic mix of cream, bronze, and pink to planting schemes.

Why Choose a Specialist Phormium Nursery?

Selecting your plants from a dedicated phormium nursery ensures you receive robust, true-to-type plants nurtured by specialists. Our knowledgeable team understands the specific needs of each flax variety, from propagation to planting, providing you with expert care tips and ongoing support. Phormiums from our nursery are grown for local conditions, resulting in healthier plants better equipped for your landscape.

Cultivating Phormiums for Success

As a leading phormium nursery, we believe great gardens start with the right preparation. Phormiums prefer well-drained soil and a sunny to partly shaded location, and once established, they require minimal maintenance. Their bold leaves lend structure to mixed borders, make striking focal points in landscape designs, and are excellent for seaside gardens or exposed sites thanks to their hardiness. Many phormiums, like Phormium 'Black Magic' and Phormium 'Sundowner', also shine in large pots for courtyards and patios.

Visit Our Phormium Nursery Today

Ready to explore our full phormium collection? Browse through stunning options like Phormium 'Sunset Dreams', Phormium 'Guardsman', and more. Our phormium nursery is committed to helping you create vibrant, enduring landscapes. With top-quality plants and expert know-how, your next garden project starts here.


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