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Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax

Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo'

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Overview

Phormium cookianum 'Flamingo' is a striking perennial with arching, variegated leaves, featuring cream, pink, and green hues. This New Zealand Flax cultivar reaches up to 3 feet tall and wide, lending vibrant texture and color to landscapes. Tolerant of coastal conditions, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soils. Ideal for accent or container planting; minimal maintenance needed. Hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 9–10Climate Subtropical
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Phormium cookianum 'Flamingo' is a striking perennial with arching
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — This New Zealand Flax cultivar reaches up to 3 feet tall and wideMountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — lending vibrant texture and color to landscapesMountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Tolerant of coastal conditions, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requiresMountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Ideal for accent or container planting; minimal maintenance neededMountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — is a perennial plant celebrated for its vivacious variegated leaves and architectural formMountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — commonly referred to as Mountain Flax or New Zealand Flax+21

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Phormiaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Phormium cookianum 'Flamingo' is a striking perennial with arching
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — This New Zealand Flax cultivar reaches up to 3 feet tall and wide
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — lending vibrant texture and color to landscapes
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Tolerant of coastal conditions, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Ideal for accent or container planting; minimal maintenance needed
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — is a perennial plant celebrated for its vivacious variegated leaves and architectural form
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — commonly referred to as Mountain Flax or New Zealand Flax
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — is a visually striking selection that stands out for its cream-striped
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — pink-tinged foliage that gracefully arches from the base
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — making it a suitable choice for a focal point in garden beds or as part of a mixed border
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10, preferring full sun to partial shade exposure
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Regular watering during dry periods will, however, keep it looking its best
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — is relatively drought-tolerant
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Maintenance is minimal; removing old or damaged leaves and spent flower spikes keeps the
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — yellow or red flowers on tall spikes that can rise up to 5 feet in height during late spring
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — expect an eye-catching display of tubular
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — this flax is a resilient and low-maintenance choice
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — ensuring persistent color and structure through all seasons
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Its foliage also makes for a popular choice in floral arrangements
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — providing lasting texture and a splash of color
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — perennial for full or half
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Phormium cookianum 'Flamingo' is a striking perennial with arching; tolerant of coastal
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Tolerant of coastal conditions, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and, image 25
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Ideal for accent or container planting; minimal maintenance needed; it thrives in USDA

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