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Phormium 'Rainbow Warrior' - Rainbow Warrior New Zealand Flax

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Phormium 'Rainbow Warrior' is a bedazzling perennial plant also known as the Rainbow Warrior New Zealand Flax. Beloved for its versatile, hardy nature, it's quick to become the star of any landscape with its architecturally styled, sword-like leaves. These leaves tell a color story of heartwarming olive-green blending effortlessly into rich bronze, framed by unexpected rosy-pink margins. Standing proudly at 3-4 feet tall and wide, this plant provides a year-round burst of color, ensuring there's never a dull moment in your garden. Although it thrives in full sun to partial shade, the Rainbow Warrior showcases its colors best when planted in well-drained soil and given moderate water. This hearty plant not only thrives in coastal landscapes, but its vibrant hues also make it a creative choice for containers, rockeries, and mixed borders. As an added bonus, the occasional appearance of delicate red flowers in the summertime not only enhances its appeal but also serves as a magnet for hummingbirds. Introduce Phormium 'Rainbow Warrior' to your garden to bring in a touch of wilderness and an exciting color spectrum.

  • Size: Up to 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Small, occasional red flowers in summer
  • Foliage: Sword-shaped leaves with olive-green and bronze hues, with rosy-pink margins
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts wildlife: Attracts hummingbirds in summer
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