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Phormium tenax 'Jester'

Family Phormiaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   8a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H4 - H5   Australia:   2 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The foliage is greyish red and greyish lime in colour and evergreen. A specimen plant, Phormium tenax 'Jester' (dwarf New Zealand flax) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.