Phormium tenax 'Atropurpureum' |
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New Zealand Flax, Purple |
Phormium tenax 'Atropurpureum' is an evergreen perennial. Big, dramatic plant composed of many swordlike, stiffly vertical leaves can reach 5' tall. Leaves are purple red. Flowers stems reach high above leaves, bearing clusters of 1"-2" blossoms in dark red.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Width Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Purple
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.