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Phormium Chocolate Fingers

Phormium tenax Chocolate Fingers

Phormium tenax Chocolate Fingers is a popular and small variety of Flax. It produces leaves that are coloured chocolate-bronze and typically grows to 50 cm tall and the same wide. Phormium Chocolate Fingers is commonly planted around pool and barbecue areas or added to mixed plantings. It is also well suited for mass planting on a bank.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Flaxes
Height:50 cm
Spread:50 cm
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Banks, 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
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPhormium tenax Chocolate Fingers

Phormium Chocolate Fingers Details

Phormium tenax Chocolate Fingers is a popular and small variety of Flax. It produces sword-like leaves that are coloured chocolate-bronze and typically grows to 50 cm 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. This versatile plant makes a fantastic addition to mixed plantings, border plantings, and coastal gardens. Phormium Chocolate Fingers is also commonly planted around pool and barbecue areas. It is also well suited for mass planting on a bank and in these situations provides an impressive display.

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