Phormium cookianum
Mountain Flax
Description
This perennial will grow 4' high and has broad, green leaves. It will do best in full sun to light shade with moderate watering.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
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Leaf Color
Bark Color
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Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).