| | | 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 | 0.9 - 1.1 m (3 - 3.5 ft) | | Spread | 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 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 evergreen. A specimen plant, Phormium tenax 'Sundowner' (New Zealand flax) can help you create a focal point in your garden design. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container and specimen. | | Special Characteristics | Phormium tenax 'Sundowner' has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. | | |