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Phormium 'Apricot Queen'
Also Known As
- Apricot Queen New Zealand Flax
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Phormium 'Apricot Queen' plant details
Phormium 'Apricot Queen' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with apricot, green, variegated and white foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phormium 'Apricot Queen'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asphodelaceae
- Foliage: evergreen apricot, green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Uses: container plant, rock garden, spiky, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phormium 'Apricot Queen'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Phormium 'Apricot Queen'
Gardening facts about Phormium 'Apricot Queen' plant
How to Grow Phormium 'Apricot Queen'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- apricot
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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