Phormium cookianum 'Tricolor' |
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Mountain Flax |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer:
Description
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.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
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 Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.