New Zealand Flax is a clumping perennial with large, linear, sword-like leaves growing from 2 to 4 m in height. Many of the newer hybrid varieties are much smaller in height and there is a wide range of leaf colours and forms available. Moderately drought tolerant once established.
- Type
- Exotic
- Zones
- Moist tropical, Moist temperate with warm summers
- Soils
- Loam, Clay
- Tolerances
- Salt, Drought
- Regions
- Central Highlands Garden
- Shade levels
- Full sun, Sun/shade
- Flowering seasons
- Spring, Winter
- Colours
- Green, Red
- Gardens
- Backyard Garden, Subtropical Garden