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    Phormium 'Thumbelina'

    Also Known As

    • Thumbelina New Zealand Flax

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 2'
    • W: 2'

    planting zones

    • 8b-10b

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    Phormium 'Thumbelina' plant details

    Phormium 'Thumbelina' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Phormium 'Thumbelina'

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: asphodelaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 2 FT - wide, 0 - 2 FT - tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Phormium 'Thumbelina'

    USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: seaside / salt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Another dwarf selection, this one grows 2' tall with a slightly lesser spread. The narrow blades are dark reddish-brown and make a handsome companion for silver-leafed spreaders like Artemisia 'Silver Brocade' or 'David's Choice'.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Phormium 'Thumbelina' plant

    How to Grow Phormium 'Thumbelina'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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