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Phormium Maori Chief

Phormium hybrid Maori Chief, Maori Chief Flax, New Zealand Flax Maori Chief Phormium, Phormium cookianum Maori Chief, Phormium tenax Maori Chief

Phormium Maori Chief is a variety of flax that produces long, sword-like leaves that are brown-dark green with a rose-pink margin. This variety typically grows to 1.3 m tall and the same wide with a tidy and compact habit. Phormium Maori 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.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Flaxes
Height:1.30 m
Spread:1.30 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Banks, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPhormium hybrid Maori Chief, Maori Chief Flax, New Zealand Flax Maori Chief Phormium, Phormium cookianum Maori Chief, Phormium tenax Maori Chief

Phormium Maori Chief Details

Phormium Maori 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 Maori 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.

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