New Zealand Flax

Phormium Maori Chief

New Zealand Flax  - Phormium Maori Chief
New Zealand Flax  - Phormium Maori Chief

New Zealand Flax

Phormium Maori Chief

Sometimes sold as Phormium 'Chief' or 'Rainbow Chief', this beautiful cultivar of New Zealand Flax is a true show-stopper.  Will grow to about 5 feet tall and wide, can be growin in sun or shade, and is fairly drought tolerant.  Although it blooms in Spring, the flower is insignificant.  Hardy to 20 deg. F.


Foliage: Evergreen

Sun Exposure: Sun Or Part Shade

Water Needs: Moderate

Bloom Season: Spring

Mature Height: 5-6'

Mature Width: 5-6'

Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Woodland Garden, Mediterranean & Tuscan Garden, Seacoast Tolerant, Tropical Garden, Shade Plants, Grasses/grasslike


Proper planting technique will help your plants thrive! Follow these simple steps to help your plants establish quickly, develop a strong root system, and live longer:

  • Properly dig the hole
  • Amend the soil to suit each particular plant
  • Place the plant and backfill the soil
  • Provide ample water for each particular plant
  • Review our how to plant guide!

For detailed information, please download our planting guides:

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List of delivery zones and rates.
Delivery Zone Delivery Rate
Zone 1 $69.00
Zone 2 $89.00
Zone 3 $109.00
Zone 4 $139.00
Zone 5 $179.00
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