Product description
Phormium Jester makes an interesting ornament shrub for gardens. It is an evergreen perennial plant that boasts striking variegate foliage colours and is excellent for containers. Phormium plant originally comes from New Zealand, also known as New Zealand Flax plants. It forms an upright clump-forming bush of height 2 feet, used as low shrub borders.
Jester Flax can be a single garden specimen with attractive foliage that will stand proudly dominating other border shrubs in colours and elegance. It has beautiful long sword-like leaves with a vertical middle salmon red band, margined with olive green. These leaves grow in a perfect arching manner without spreading sideways.
In summer, Phormium Jester will produce red tubular flowers on long stalks emerging from the base of the bush. Hummingbirds will follow these flowers even though they bloom occasionally and are insignificant in size and appearance. Phormium plant is grown for its decorative and ornamental foliage in coastal regions of New Zealand.
Jester will thrive in a well-drained soil, mulched with a layer of organic mixture to retain moisture. Its roots will not tolerate clogged water. Allow them full sun to partial shade but avoid hot afternoon sun. Jester will thrive indoors in low light areas.
These are easy to grow plants that need low maintenance. Prune them to remove any damaged leaves annually and that will be sufficient. Grow Phormium Jester as a border or specimen in containers in a coastal garden. These are excellent plants on a patio for a tropical feel.
New Zealand Flax
Phormium 'Jester'
Phormium 'Jester'
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Product description
Phormium Jester makes an interesting ornament shrub for gardens. It is an evergreen perennial plant that boasts striking variegate foliage colours and is excellent for containers. Phormium plant originally comes from New Zealand, also known as New Zealand Flax plants. It forms an upright clump-forming bush of height 2 feet, used as low shrub borders.
Jester Flax can be a single garden specimen with attractive foliage that will stand proudly dominating other border shrubs in colours and elegance. It has beautiful long sword-like leaves with a vertical middle salmon red band, margined with olive green. These leaves grow in a perfect arching manner without spreading sideways.
In summer, Phormium Jester will produce red tubular flowers on long stalks emerging from the base of the bush. Hummingbirds will follow these flowers even though they bloom occasionally and are insignificant in size and appearance. Phormium plant is grown for its decorative and ornamental foliage in coastal regions of New Zealand.
Jester will thrive in a well-drained soil, mulched with a layer of organic mixture to retain moisture. Its roots will not tolerate clogged water. Allow them full sun to partial shade but avoid hot afternoon sun. Jester will thrive indoors in low light areas.
These are easy to grow plants that need low maintenance. Prune them to remove any damaged leaves annually and that will be sufficient. Grow Phormium Jester as a border or specimen in containers in a coastal garden. These are excellent plants on a patio for a tropical feel.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune Phormium's dead or damaged leaves regularly to maintain a neat appearance and encourage healthy new growth.
How to Water
Water Phormium regularly, especially in dry periods, but avoid waterlogging. Ensure the soil remains moist but well-drained. Once established, Phormium is drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering.
How to Plant
Plant Phormium in well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the root ball, place the plant in the hole, and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly after planting to help settle the soil around the roots.
