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New Zealand Flax |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Normans/Sortomme
Description
New Zealand Flax is a large, bold plant with stiffly vertical, sword-like, green leaves that arise from its base. It should be grown under full sun for best color. Varieties will offer different growth habits and leaf color.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.