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| Category: Perennial |
| Family: Phormiaceae (Phormiums) |
| Origin: New Zealand (Australasia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Red/Purple Foliage: Yes |
| Bloomtime: Infrequent |
| Height: 3-4 feet |
| Width: 2-3 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Seaside: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Phormium 'Platt's Black' (New Zealand Flax) - New Zealand Flax cultivar that has spreading and arching nearly black leaves that reach slowly upwards to 3 or 4 feet tall. Plant in full sun to light shade. Can tolerate fairly dry conditions (coastal) but looks best with occasional to regular irrigation. Hardy to 15-20 F. Possibly root hardy below these temperatures but with severe foliage damage unless protected. When we first saw this plant it was darkest of all the New Zealand Flax but it might be better in cooler climates as it seems to languish in southern California and with age losses its dark coloration. Older plants are a dark bronze color with new flushes of darker foliage. We have discontinued growing this plant in favor of the newer selection 'Black Adder'. Phormium 'Platt's Black' was selected by Mr. Graeme Platt of Platt's Nursery in Auckland from seed collected from Phormium 'Black Knight'.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Phormium 'Platt's Black' .
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