Phormium hybrid ‘Maori Queen’
Maori Queen Flax
Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 5' x 5' |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Water | Medium, Low Water |
Special Features | Coastal Conditions, Shade Tolerant |
Container Sizes | #1, #5, #15 |
Natural Growth Habit | Vase |
Sunset Garden Zones | 7-9, 14-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
Plant Type | Shrub |
New Zealand Flax cultivar grows upright to 5 feet tall with 2 wide olive-green leaves edged rose-red. Edges fade to a cream color later in season. Plant in full sun to light shade. Can tolerate fairly dry conditions (Coastal) but looks best with occasional to regular irrigation. Hardy to 15-20 F. A great middle sized upright red variegated flax. Cut out old foliage as needed.