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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 9–10Type PerennialClimate Subtropical
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Maintenance is minimal; removing old or damaged leaves and spent flower spikes keeps the

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Phormiaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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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') — commonly referred to as Mountain Flax or New Zealand Flax; ensuring persistent color and
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') — perennial for full or half
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