New Zealand Flax 'Sundowner' (commonly sold as Phormium 'Sundowner' is a bold, upright evergreen perennial prized for its sword-shaped, bronze-green foliage edged with striking rose-pink and coral margins.
Available as extra large quart
It thrives outdoors year-round in USDA Zones 8–11. In Zone 8, it is root-hardy and may experience foliage damage during severe freezes below 15°F–20°F unless mulched or sheltered. In colder zones, it is grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in containers.
Grows in a dense, upright clump reaching 5 to 8 feet tall (occasionally up to 10 feet in optimal coastal climates) and 4 to 6 feet wide.
Plant in full sun to light shade. Full sun brings out the most vibrant pink and bronze leaf coloration, though light afternoon shade is beneficial in hot inland climates. It requires well-drained, fertile soil (sandy or loamy mixes work best). While tolerant of brief dry spells once established, it prefers consistent, average moisture and dislikes waterlogged winter soil, which can cause root rot. It grows best in slightly acidic to neutral soil, with an ideal pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. Once established, it is highly resistant to salt spray, coastal winds, heat, humidity, drought, and deer.
Can not ship to HI, NM or UT.
Free Shipping to most locations. We cannot ship larger boxes or boxes to AK, HI, APO, US Territories, or areas considered remote, without a freight surcharge.
If your temperature is warmer than 89 degrees or colder than 20 degrees, we will hold order until temperature improves. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at checkout.
All plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. Plants are rarely damaged in shipping, but if they are, please let us know right away so we can help. If there is any plant damage, take a photo of the package and plants. This will help us solve the problem.
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