Phormium 'Surfer' |
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Surfer N.Z. Flax |
Phormium 'Surfer' is an evergreen perennial that reaches 2'-3' tall and 1'-2' wide. Sword shaped leaves are twisted and olive green with reddish brown margins. Red flowers shoot straight up, 3'-4' tall, in spring and summer. This plant is grown more for the foliage than the flower. It prefers full to partial sun and can tolerate ocean conditions. It needs regular watering in hot inland areas. Phormium looks great in containers with colored annuals or cascading groundcovers.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Purple, Red, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
In general, lawns only need to be watered once every three days.
Check your irrigation controller and reduce watering times if necessary.