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Phormium 'Tiny Tiger'

Also Known As

  • Phormium tenax 'Aurea Nana'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

Phormium 'Tiny Tiger' plant details

Phormium 'Tiny Tiger' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial with variegated foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phormium 'Tiny Tiger'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phormium 'Tiny Tiger'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cutest, smallest New Zealand Flax we know of! A mini at only 12 inches tall with gray-green leaves with creamy margins. Purrs in the rock garden…and even looks at home with dwarf conifers! Also nice in the border or in pots. Sun/Light shade. Low-moderate water. Hardy to 15-20 degrees. 

Gardening facts about Phormium 'Tiny Tiger' plant

How to Grow Phormium 'Tiny Tiger'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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