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Scientific
Name:
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Phormium 'Firebird'
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Common Name:
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Firebird New Zealand Flax
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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full sun to partial shade
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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5-6' tall X 3-4' wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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flower spikes spring-summer
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Zone
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hardy to 15-20° F
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Description,
Notes
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erect NZ flax grown for its bright
pinkish red foliage with bronze/green margins; foundational
landscape plant which also shines in large containers;
no reversion problems; drought resistant; hardy
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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