Description

Phormium ‘Flamingo’ is a evergreen architectural perennial that earns its place in any garden. Flamingo has arching leaves striped in pink, cream and green.

Phormiums, or New Zealand flax, are evergreen, architectural plants with bold, sword-shaped leaves in striking colours and stripes. They give strong year-round structure to borders, coastal gardens and patio pots.

Key features of Phormium ‘Flamingo’

• Plant type: Evergreen architectural perennial
• Season of interest: Year-round foliage
• Look: Leaves striped pink, cream and green
• Height and spread: 1m x 1m
• Position: Full sun, sheltered from harsh winds
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
• Hardiness: Hardy in most areas
• Supplied in: 3L pot
• Best for: exotic planting, large containers, year-round colour, patio pots

Why choose Phormium ‘Flamingo’?

• Pink-striped foliage
• Arching habit
• Colourful

Where to plant Phormium ‘Flamingo’

Phormium ‘Flamingo’ grows best in full sun, sheltered from harsh winds, in moist, well-drained soil. It is a good choice for exotic planting, and also works well for large containers, year-round colour and patio pots. Pair it with grasses, cordylines and low Mediterranean shrubs.

How to plant Phormium ‘Flamingo’

Water the plant well in its pot an hour before planting. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth, loosen the soil at the base, and mix in some garden compost. Set the plant at the same level it sat in the pot, backfill, firm gently and water in thoroughly.

How to care for Phormium ‘Flamingo’

Water in dry spells. Remove dead leaves in spring; protect the crown from severe frost. Remove dead leaves in spring. Can be damaged by severe frosts.

Growing Phormium ‘Flamingo’ in a pot

Excellent in pots. Use a loam-based compost such as John Innes No. 3, make sure the pot has drainage holes, and water regularly in summer, as containers dry out faster than borders.

Grown in the UK, for UK gardens

Every plant is grown at our St Annes nursery in the North West, where it is raised in real British conditions. That means a tougher, well-rooted plant that settles quickly into your garden. This Phormium ‘Flamingo’ is supplied in a 3L pot. Container-grown plants can be planted almost all year round, as long as the ground is not frozen or waterlogged; autumn and spring are ideal.

Frequently asked questions

How big does Phormium ‘Flamingo’ grow?
Phormium ‘Flamingo’ typically reaches 1m x 1m, depending on position, soil and pruning.

When does Phormium ‘Flamingo’ look its best?
Its main season of interest is year-round foliage, when it shows leaves striped pink, cream and green.

Is Phormium ‘Flamingo’ hardy?
Hardy in most areas.

How do I prune Phormium ‘Flamingo’?
Remove dead leaves in spring.

Is Phormium ‘Flamingo’ evergreen?
Yes.

Add Phormium ‘Flamingo’ to your basket today and enjoy year-round foliage interest in your garden.