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| Category: Perennial |
| Family: Phormiaceae (~Xanthorrhoeaceae) |
| Origin: New Zealand (Australasia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Red/Purple Foliage: Yes |
| Variegated Foliage: Yes |
| Flower Color: NA |
| Bloomtime: Infrequent |
| Height: 3-4 feet |
| Width: 3-5 feet |
| Exposure: Cool Sun/Light Shade |
| Seaside: Yes |
| Summer Dry: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Phormium 'Evening Glow' - A newer flax cultivar from Margaret Jones that grows to 3-4 ft. tall with slightly arching 1 1/2" wide leaves that are predominantly a reddish pink color with darker reddish-purple margins. 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. We originally received this selection from Margaret Jones in 1991 but unfortunately lost the original plants before bringing them into production - we are really happy to have this beautiful cultivar back! Somewhat similar to the color of 'Maori Maiden' but more upright.
The information on this page is based on the research that we have conducted about this plant in the San Marcos Growers library, from what we have found on reliable online sources, as well as from observations made of our crops of this plant growing in the nursery and of plants growing in the nursery's garden and those in other gardens where we may have observed it. We also have incorporated comments received from others and welcome getting feedback from those who may have additional information, particularly if this information includes cultural information that would aid others in growing Phormium 'Evening Glow'. |
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