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Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax
Phormium tenax 'PKFJTB18' PP #35,121
Pronunciation: FOR-mi-um ten-AX
SKU #44406
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE:
Reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Outstanding foliage with dark plum centers and creamy pink outer edges. The sturdy, stiff leaves stay upright for less flopping. Use to add dramatic interest as an accent, specimen, or container plant. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Multi-Season Interest |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Firescaping/Firewise |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Gardenia (Gardenia); Cranesbill (Geranium); Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea); Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum); Hebe (Hebe) |
| Care Instructions | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Keep soil moist for best growth. Can tolerate less water but it will slow growth. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
Details
| Description | Outstanding foliage with dark plum centers and creamy pink outer edges. The sturdy, stiff leaves stay upright for less flopping. Use to add dramatic interest as an accent, specimen, or container plant. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Prized for foliage |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Multi-Season Interest |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Firescaping/Firewise |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Gardenia (Gardenia); Cranesbill (Geranium); Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea); Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum); Hebe (Hebe) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Keep soil moist for best growth. Can tolerate less water but it will slow growth. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax produce flowers?
Prized for foliage
Is Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax evergreen or deciduous?
Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax?
Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Multi-Season Interest.
Is Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Firescaping/Firewise
How fast does Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax grow?
Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax?
Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax grows in an Upright habit.
Where can I use Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax in my landscape?
Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color is the foliage of Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax?
Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax?
Good companion plants for Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax include: Gardenia (Gardenia); Cranesbill (Geranium); Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea); Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum); Hebe (Hebe).
How do I care for Indigo Pearl™ New Zealand Flax?
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Keep soil moist for best growth. Can tolerate less water but it will slow growth. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.