Phormium pink Stripe / 2L
Phormium pink Stripe / 2L
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Phormium 'Pink Stripe'
Phormium 'Pink Stripe'
Confirmed supplied format: 2L pot
Plant Highlights
- Bold evergreen foliage with vibrant pink variegation
- Strong architectural form for year-round interest
- Ideal for borders, gravel gardens and large containers
- Excellent tolerance of coastal conditions
- Low-maintenance evergreen feature plant
Overview
Phormium 'Pink Stripe', commonly known as New Zealand Flax, is a striking evergreen grown for its dramatic sword-shaped foliage. Its upright leaves combine rich olive-green and bronze tones with bold pink margins, creating a colourful architectural feature that remains attractive throughout the year.
Forming a strong, upright clump, this versatile evergreen is equally effective as a specimen in contemporary planting schemes, gravel gardens or mixed borders. It also performs exceptionally well in large patio containers, where its bold foliage provides year-round structure and contrast.
Why We Love It
- Vibrant pink-edged foliage provides colour in every season.
- Strong upright habit creates an architectural focal point.
- Evergreen leaves maintain interest throughout the year.
- Well suited to coastal gardens and exposed sites.
- Easy to maintain with minimal pruning.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Phormium 'Pink Stripe' |
| Common Name | New Zealand Flax |
| Plant Type | Evergreen architectural shrub |
| Foliage | Broad, upright olive-green to bronze leaves with vivid pink margins |
| Flowering/Interest | Primarily grown for its colourful evergreen foliage |
| Growth Habit | Upright, clump-forming |
| Position | Full sun or light partial shade |
| Soil | Fertile, well-drained soil; tolerant of a wide range of soils provided drainage is good |
| Mature Height | Approximately 1.5–2m |
| Mature Spread | Approximately 1–1.5m |
| Hardiness | Hardy in most Irish gardens once established. Good drainage is important during wet winters, and plants benefit from shelter in areas prone to severe frost. |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in full sun for the brightest foliage colour, although it will also grow well in light partial shade. Choose a position with enough space to display its architectural form.
Watering
Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system. Once established, plants tolerate short dry periods, although container-grown specimens should be watered whenever the compost begins to dry.
Soil
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil. Avoid prolonged winter waterlogging, particularly on heavy soils. For containers, use a quality compost with added grit to improve drainage.
Hardiness and Winter Care
Suitable for most Irish gardens, especially in coastal and milder areas. In colder inland locations, protect container-grown plants during prolonged severe frost and remove any winter-damaged leaves in spring.
Routine Care
Little routine pruning is needed. Remove old, damaged or dead leaves by cutting them cleanly at the base to maintain the plant's tidy appearance.
Perfect For
- Architectural planting in mixed borders.
- Contemporary and gravel gardens.
- Coastal gardens.
- Large patio pots and courtyard containers.
- Creating year-round structure and foliage contrast.
Good to Know
The intensity of the pink variegation is often strongest when plants are grown in a sunny position. Older clumps can be divided in spring if additional plants are required.
Product Information
- Supplied in a 2L pot.