🌿 Phormium tenax ‘Variegata’ – New Zealand Flax (120–150cm)

Striking architectural form with bold, variegated foliage.
The Phormium tenax ‘Variegata’, commonly known as New Zealand Flax, is a stunning evergreen perennial prized for its upright, sword-like leaves in shades of green, cream, and soft yellow. With its strong architectural form and year-round colour, this plant adds texture, movement, and drama to any modern or coastal garden design.

✨ Features & Benefits

• Variegated foliage: Bold green leaves with creamy-yellow margins for year-round colour.

• Architectural impact: Upright, fountain-like habit creates structure and form.

• Evergreen: Provides lasting colour and texture in all seasons.

• Low maintenance: Hardy, drought tolerant, and easy to grow.

• Versatile use: Ideal for borders, containers, or as a statement focal plant.

🌱 Care Instructions

• Light: Thrives in full sun; tolerates partial shade.

• Water: Water regularly while establishing; drought tolerant once mature.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; suitable for coastal and exposed areas.

• Pruning: Remove old or damaged leaves at the base to maintain a tidy shape.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in most UK regions; protect from severe frost in exposed sites.

📏 Product Details

• Height: Approx. 120–150cm

• Form: Clump-forming evergreen perennial with upright, variegated leaves

• Foliage: Green with creamy-yellow margins; long, sword-like shape

• Growth rate: Moderate; forms a bold, dense clump over time

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

The Phormium tenax ‘Variegata’ is a striking, low-maintenance plant that brings an instant touch of the exotic to any landscape. Its bold variegated leaves and architectural form make it perfect for adding structure to borders, driveways, or modern planting schemes. Hardy, vibrant, and effortlessly elegant — a true standout in any garden.