Phormium tenax 'Merlot'
Also Known As
- Phormium tenax Lancer™ 'Merlot'
- Merlot New Zealand Flax
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 5'-6'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 7a-11
Phormium tenax 'Merlot' plant details
Phormium tenax 'Merlot' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phormium tenax 'Merlot'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phormium tenax 'Merlot'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Phormium tenax 'Merlot' plant
How to Grow Phormium tenax 'Merlot'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- burgundy
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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