Phormium Emerald Gem - Dwarf Mountain Flax

Phormium 'Emerald Gem' – The Dazzling New Zealand Flax

Elevate your landscape with Phormium 'Emerald Gem', a spectacular variety of New Zealand Flax renowned for its stunning emerald-green foliage and compact, elegant form. This perennial is perfect for adding a touch of lush, vibrant color and architectural interest to your garden.

Features:

• Rich Emerald Green Foliage: Phormium 'Emerald Gem' is celebrated for its vibrant, deep green leaves that retain their rich color throughout the year. The foliage forms a dense, upright rosette that adds a pop of lush green to any garden setting.
• Compact and Elegant Growth: Unlike other varieties, this flax has a more compact and tidy growth habit, reaching a height of 3 to 4 feet with a spread of 2 to 3 feet. Its refined size makes it ideal for smaller gardens, urban landscapes, and containers, offering a sophisticated touch without overwhelming space.
• Versatile Landscaping: Perfect for a variety of garden styles, Phormium 'Emerald Gem' can be used as a striking focal point, in mixed borders, or as an eye-catching feature in containers. Its vibrant green color pairs beautifully with a range of other plants and landscaping elements.
• Low Maintenance: Enjoy the beauty of Phormium 'Emerald Gem' with minimal care. This hardy plant is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in a variety of soil types, though it prefers well-draining conditions. It is resistant to pests and diseases, ensuring it remains a vibrant and healthy addition to your garden.
• Durable and Hardy: Well-suited to a range of environmental conditions, this flax can withstand coastal salt spray, strong winds, and varying temperatures, making it a reliable choice for diverse climates.

Size and Growth:

• Height and Spread: Grows to 0.7m tall and can spread to 0.8m wide.
  
  

Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and color.
• Watering: Regular watering needed during the growing season; becomes drought-tolerant once established.
• Soil: Adaptable to various soil types, with a preference for well-draining soil.
• Pruning: Minimal pruning required; simply remove any damaged or dead leaves to maintain its tidy appearance.

Phormium 'Emerald Gem' is not just a plant; it’s a statement of elegance and resilience. Add this stunning New Zealand native to your garden and enjoy its vibrant green foliage and compact beauty all year long.