Phormium tenax 'Rubrum' |
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Red New Zealand Flax |
Description
'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.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Purple, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.