Phormium Tenax – 24cm

most free draining soils and in full sun. In northern parts of the country plant in sheltered position. Forms domes of broad, upright or arching, sword-like leaves ranging in colour from yellow-green to bronze-purple. The leaves are often striped or edged with cream, yellow, pink or red. Mature clumps produce tall stems carrying yellow-green or dull red flowers in summer.