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Buy Phormium 'Alison Blackman'

Also Known As

Phormium 'Allison Blackman'
Phormium 'Golden Alison'
New Zealand Flax

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

8b-11

1 gallon bagged root ball | $23

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Phormium 'Alison Blackman' plant details

Phormium 'Alison Blackman' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze, green and variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phormium 'Alison Blackman'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, green and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phormium 'Alison Blackman'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

is a soft creamy yellow variegated New Zealand flax. Seems to be smaller than most of the phormiums.

By: Gossler Farms

Upright form to 4’ tall with olive green bronzed foliage with distinct cream yellow variegation. Sun to light shade, decent soil drainage. Awesome in pots. Nice contemporary colors! Hardy to about 20 degrees.