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Flamin' TM - eye catching foliage

Phormium tennax 'PHOS3' PBR

By Nathan Dutschke

This Phormium tenax is semi compact with red, orange and bronze tones. Although it is a single colour Phormium, it uniquely has this tri tone appearance, particularly as it ages and when seen in the sunlight. It will grow to a height and spread of approximately 65cm. It creates excellent foliage colour and contrast to any garden or landscape design.  Flamin’ is ideal for specimen planting or mass planting and it’s the plant that will certainly catch your eye.

Flamin’ grows well in full sun to part shaded positions and will tolerate heavy frosts and moderately dry conditions. It is suitable for a wide selection of soil types and can tolerate periods of wet conditions in moderate to cooler climates.

Flamin’ is low maintenance once established. When planting Flamin’ ensure the crown or base of the plant is not planted below the soil level. Apply a coarse grade mulch to reduce weed growth and keep the root zone cold and moist. It is recommended to avoid excessive irrigation, making the soil wet for prolonged periods of time. Water as required to keep the plant healthy for the first 8-13 weeks. After the establishment period occasional watering will be required through drought conditions. It is part of the Foliage First Range of plants, this range has generally low to no irrigation requirements.

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