Phormium cookianum 'Tricolor' |
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Mountain Flax |
Standing 4' tall and 6' wide, this variety of Phormium has a wide leaf that has bright green mid-rib surrounded by yellow and red margins. It tolerates full sun in coastal areas but needs afternoon shade in warm inland areas. It is unique from other Phormiums in that it tolerates wet soil.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow Green, Red, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
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