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                    | Scientific 
                        Name:  
                     | Phormium 'Guardsman' 
                           
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                        Common Name: 
                       | New Zealand Flax 
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                        Deciduous vs. Evergreen 
                       | evergreen  
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                        Perennial vs. Annual 
                       | perennial 
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                    |  Shade 
                        vs. Sun 
                       | sun or shade 
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                    |  Height 
                        x Width& How Stands
 | 6-8’ X 6-8’
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                    |  Flower 
                        Color& Bloom Time
 | spikes in spring/summer 
                         
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                    |  Zone 
                       | hardy to 15-20° F 
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                    |  Description, 
                        Notes 
                       | easily the most sought 
                        after member of the genus, Guardsman features bronzy burgundy 
                        leaves, bright red along the margins; delivers an impact 
                        whether in container or in the landscape; drought resistant 
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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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