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New Zealand flax
harakeke
Phormium tenax
Arching, sword-like leaves bring strong form to a planting. Choose the particular form and spacing with care.
Light
Sun; confirm the supplied form
Mature height
Up to 5 m, including flower stems
Mature spread
Form-dependent; confirm spacing
Soil
Moist soils; check drainage on site
Moisture
Often found in wetlands and open ground
A strong, structural native
Harakeke has long leaves arising in fans. The species occurs from coastal and lowland settings to montane areas, often in wetlands and beside rivers.
Choose the actual plant, not just the name
Cultivated plants vary considerably. Confirm the form, mature spread and site requirements before choosing a position. This example is not a statement of nursery stock.
Sample information only. Nursery stock, plant form, suitability, mature spread and growing details need confirmation. This is not a claim of local provenance.