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Phormium tenax Alison Blackman, New Zealand Flax Phormium tenax
'Alison Blackman'

Phormium tenax 'Alison Blackman', New Zealand Flax is a fantastic architectural plant. The boldly coloured leaves reach around 1.5 metres in height and spread. As with all New Zealand flaxes, it is tolerant of coastal conditions and exposed sites. They don't mind growing in pots and are very easy to maintain. Best sited in a sunny position and free-draining soil.
Eventual height:
 1.5 metres height and spread
Preferred position:
 sunny position, all free-draining soils
Habit:
 spiky and architectural shape
Leaf:
 evergreen, bronze with cream and green

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   Phormium 'Alison Blackman'
 
50-60cm tall

only £19.99

 

 

  
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