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Phormium tenax 'Merlot'

Family Phormiaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 1.8 m (5 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Phormium tenax 'Merlot' bears showy and bright red blooms during mid-summer. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has variegated black and light grey foliage that is showy, matte, bold textured and semi-evergreen. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Phormium tenax 'Merlot' . Phormium tenax 'Merlot' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions The growth rate of Phormium tenax 'Merlot' is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Phormium tenax 'Merlot' may be invasive.