Phormium tenax 'Rubrum' |
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Red New Zealand Flax |
'Rubrum' has evergreen leaves that are long, narrow, and grow upright, 2'-3' tall. 'Rubrum' has dark, purplish-red leaves. It prefers full sun and has low to moderate watering needs. The foliage color is stable as other varieties have colors that fade.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Purple, Red
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.