Flax
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Libertia grandiflora
NZ Iris
The largest of the New Zealand Irises. Suitable for bordering or edging and ground cover. Great for mass planting in sun or semi-shade. Evergreen and hardy. Tall stems of pure white flowers are held up above the leaves in spring. -
Phormium cookianum
Mountain flax The large root system is good for erosion control on banks and bunds. Tolerant of dry, cold and exposure. The nectar from the flowers provides a food for tui and bellbirds. The smaller growing species of the two native flax generally available. -
Phormium cookianum purpurea
Purple Mountain flax The large root system is good for erosion control on banks and bunds. Tolerant of dry, cold and exposure, evergreen and hardy. Fantastic food source for native birds. Smaller than its green form. -
Phormium tenax
Swamp Flax / Harakeke A large growing hardy robust green flax with upright habit. Large dramatic flower heads add interest and attract birds (Tuis and Bellbirds love it). Very hardy tolerating wind and cold conditions. Well suited for wind breaks.