Phormium tenax 'Portland Night'

Phormium tenax 'Portland Night' is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with black, bronze and burgundy foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phormium tenax 'Portland Night'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)

Plant family: asphodelaceae

Foliage: evergreen black, bronze and burgundy

Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall

Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

Uses: container plant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phormium tenax 'Portland Night'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11

Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade

Watering frequency: regular - low

Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained