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Phormium Dark Delight Flax

Phormium Dark Delight

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Phormium Dark Delight is a variety of Flax that produces long and broad, sword-like leaves that are dark purple-black. This variety typically grows to 1.2 m tall and the same wide with a tidy and compact habit. Phormium Dark Delight makes a fantastic addition to mixed plantings, border plantings, coastal gardens, and is commonly planted around water features and outdoor living areas.

  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Flaxes
  • Height:
    1.20 m
  • Spread:
    1.20 m
  • Flowering time:
    Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
  • Garden uses:
    Banks, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Riparian

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