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Phormium Shiraz

Phormium tenax Shiraz

Phormium Shiraz is a variety of flax that produces long and broad, dark red-purple leaves. It grows with a tidy and compact habit to about 1 m tall and the same wide. Phormium Shiraz makes a fantastic addition to mixed plantings, borders, and coastal gardens. It is commonly planted around water features as well as pool and barbecue areas along with other living areas.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Flaxes
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
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, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asPhormium tenax Shiraz

Phormium Shiraz Details

Phormium Shiraz is a variety of flax that produces long and broad, dark red-purple leaves. It grows with a tidy and compact habit to about 1 m tall and the same wide, performing best and producing the most intense leaf colourings when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It will tolerate frost, coastal conditions, wind, poor soils, moderate shade, and cool climates. Phormium Shiraz makes a fantastic addition to mixed plantings, borders, and coastal gardens. It is commonly planted around water features as well as pool and barbecue areas along with other living areas. It is also well suited for mass planting on a bank and in these situations provides an impressive display.

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