Phormium tenax 'Jack Spratt'
Jack Spratt New Zealand Flax
Description
Phormium 'Jack Spratt' is an evergreen perennial. This variety is a dwarf, reaching 18" tall and wide. It is fan-shaped and clumping. The leaves are burgundy bronze in color and make a great border plant.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Brown, Yellow Green, Orange
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.