Phormium 'Rainbow Chief'

Phormium 'Rainbow Chief' Details

Phormium ‘Rainbow Chief’ is a variety of Flax that produces long, sword-like leaves that are brown-dark green with a rose-pink margin. Tall stems rise above the foliage to bear orange or yellow flowers in summer which are great for attracting birds. This variety typically grows to 1.3 m tall and the same wide with a tidy and compact habit. It performs best and produces the most intense leaf colourings when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It will tolerate frost, coastal conditions, wind, poor soils, and cool climates. Phormium ‘Rainbow Chief’ is a versatile plant that makes a fantastic addition to mixed plantings, borders, and coastal gardens. It is often planted around water features, pools, and barbecue areas. It is also well suited for mass planting on a bank and in these situations provides an impressive display.