Looking for something unique to add to your garden? Then check out the Australian Plant Shop's Phormium 'Maori Chieftain'. This large New Zealand Flax has thick, strappy leaves that are striped green and red. It makes a great impact when used as a focal point in a garden or potted plant display. The bold colors of the leaves are also perfect for adding contrast to your green plants. Phormium 'Maori Chieftain' is widely used in Mediterranean style gardens and is low maintenance, making it ideal for busy gardeners. It grows approximately 1.5m tall x 1.5m wide. So if you're looking for something different to spruce up your garden, then be sure to check out the Australian Plant Shop's Phormium 'Maori Chieftain'.
Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Medium
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Soil: Any, clay, loam, sandy, well drained
Skill level: Intermediate
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Medium
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Colour: Green, Red
Variegation: Yes
Size: Large
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage
Flower colour: Red
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Summer
Fruit: Insignificant