Harakeke flax

Purpose

Native habitat restoration

Riparian planting

Wetland preservation

Phormium tenax is the indigeneous flax of New Zealand, distributed throughout the country mostly around wetlands and open ground near rivers and streams.

Although once widespread, drainage of swamps and clearing of vegetation meant that by the late 20th century there were only small remnants of wild New Zealand swamp flax left.

One of the first species for a restoration or riparian plan. Establishing quickly and often supporting large communities of wildlife providing shelter and an extensive food resource.

Tui, bellbirds, saddlebacks, short tailed bats, geckos and native bees feed on the nectar from the flowers. Many insects go through their complete lifecycle on a flax without causing any harm to this plant.

PROPAGATION Surface sow seeds, cover with glass and keep moist until seedlings appear 4-6 weeks later. Seedlings can be pricked out at 5cm planted in individual bags. protect from frost and slugs. Expect 35-40cm after 12 months

150 seeds per packet

Seeds may be refrigerated up to12 months until ready to be sown

30 page illustrated Propagation guide included via email with this purchase

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Check out rabbitracer's other native seed listings for riparian zones, habitat restoration, and mass planting:

RIPARIAN ZONES (Preservation of ponds, streams, swamps, and wetlands)

CONSERVATION / HABITAT RESTORATION (marginal farmland, slips, gullies, erosion control)