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Phormium Tom Thumb

Phormium Tom Thumb

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Phormium Tom Thumb is a hardy variety of Flax that grows to 60 cm tall and the same wide carrying narrow, sword like leaves which are green-brown. Phormium Tom Thumb makes a fantastic addition to mixed and border plantings, and is often planted around water features, added to coastal gardens, or planted around pool and barbecue areas.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Flaxes
Height:	60 cm
Spread:	60 cm
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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What are the garden uses for the Phormium Tom Thumb in NZ?

Phormium Tom Thumb is a much-loved flax in NZ gardens. This amazing plant is commonly used in border plantings, planted beside water features, maintained in a container, added to a mixed planting, included in a tropical garden, or mass planted on a bank. The lush foliage and elegant flowers certainly help to lift and brighten a space. Little wonder Phormium Tom Thumb is so popular in garden designs with landscapers across NZ.

Phormium Tom Thumb for sale in NZ

The Plant Company has the best Phormium Tom Thumb plants for sale in NZ. Our production nursery specialises in growing amazing plants and our logistics team pack them carefully for our customers. The pricing is competitive and the quality is exceptional. Let us look after your plant needs and impress you with both our products and service!

Phormium Tom Thumb care

Phormium Tom Thumb care is simply about getting a few easy things right so the plant thrives. They prefer a full sun or part shade position. A well-drained, fertile soil is crucial for success as heavy and wet soils can cause root rot issues. They will cope with some wetness, just not prolonged wet. Adding organic matter like compost into the soil during planting will help with soil fertility. They prefer a dry soil but will benefit from watering during dry periods but be careful to avoid overwatering. Applying shrub fertiliser in spring will keep the plants well-fed for the year. Applying mulch around the base of the plant helps retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds. Monitor for mealy bugs around the roots and treat as needed with a systemic insecticide or soil drench.

What does Phormium the Tom Thumb flax need to grow well?

The Phormium Tom Thumb flax grows best when positioned in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained soil. This flax is tolerant of frost, coastal environments, wind, and humid climates. It is a hardy variety that will cope with most conditions, but like all things, the better the growing conditions, the better it will perform.

What height does Phormium Tom Thumb grow to?

Phormium Tom Thumb typically grows to a height of 60 cm and the same wide. This is an approximation as the climate, level of shade, and amount of care the plant receives will all influence these numbers.