'Rainbow Queen' New Zealand Flax

Phormium Tenax Maori Queen 'Rainbow Queen New Zealand Flax'

This Phormium Tenax Maori Queen Rainbow Queen New Zealand Flax plant is the perfect addition to a garden. It produces broad yellow, red, and green paddle shaped leaves on upright stems. The plant is tough and drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for gardeners in arid climates. Zealand Flax is endowed with strappy, arching, sword-shaped bronze-green leaves with rose-red margins and silver cream at the edge. In July, Rainbow Queen New Zealand Flax blooms with tubular, red flowers. It thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Rainbow Queen New Zealand Flax is suitable for sheltered spots in landscapes.

Growing 'Rainbow Queen' New Zealand Flax

• 'Rainbow Queen' New Zealand Flax (Phormium 'Rainbow Queen') is a striking evergreen perennial prized for its bold, sword-shaped leaves featuring a colorful mix of green, pink, and cream stripes.
• It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil, making it adaptable to various garden conditions.
• Regular watering during the establishment period helps promote healthy root development, but once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering.
• Prune back old or damaged leaves as needed to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage fresh growth.
• 'Rainbow Queen' New Zealand Flax adds a vibrant and exotic touch to borders, containers, and coastal landscapes, providing year-round interest with its striking foliage.

Shipping Info

The plant will be approximately 10 to 12 inches in height with well-developed roots. These plants have been growing in one gallon containers. They will be shipped without the containers. The roots and soil will be dampened and covered in plastic wrap prior to shipping. They will be ready to plant upon arrival.