Phormium Black Rage
Phormium Black Rage
Black Flax | New Zealand Flax
Overview
Phormium 'Black Rage' is a dramatic New Zealand flax selected for its exceptionally dark, near-black foliage and compact architectural form. Its bold upright leaves create a striking focal point, adding depth and contrast to modern landscapes while pairing beautifully with silver, green and variegated planting combinations. Hardy, low maintenance and adaptable, it is an excellent choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Rich, near-black sword-like leaves that retain their colour year-round. |
| Flowers | Mature plants may produce tall flower spikes with nectar-rich blooms that attract birds. |
| Form & Habit | Dense, upright clumping habit with strong architectural appeal. |
| Growth Rate | Moderate. |
| Cultural & Ecological Value | A New Zealand native cultivar that provides nectar for native birds when flowering and offers excellent year-round structure. |
Mature Size
| Height | Width |
|---|---|
| 80 cm | 80 cm |
Ideal Growing Conditions
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade. |
| Soil | Well-drained soil; tolerant of a wide range of soil types. |
| Moisture | Moderate moisture once established; drought tolerant after establishment. |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy, wind tolerant and well suited to coastal conditions. |
Landscaping & Garden Uses
Phormium 'Black Rage' is ideal for modern gardens, feature plantings, borders, driveways, courtyards, containers and mass planting. Its bold foliage creates outstanding contrast against lighter-coloured plants and hard landscaping, making it a favourite for contemporary landscape designs. It also performs well in coastal gardens and public landscapes where durability and low maintenance are important.
Care & Maintenance
Remove older or damaged leaves at the base as required to keep plants looking tidy. Once established, this flax requires very little maintenance and benefits from occasional feeding to encourage vigorous growth.
Additional Tips
Plant alongside silver foliage, grasses or variegated flaxes for maximum visual contrast. It also combines beautifully with NZ native tussocks, hebes and architectural shrubs to create strong year-round planting schemes.
Fun Fact / Botanical Insight
The deep foliage colour of Phormium 'Black Rage' provides one of the darkest foliage tones available among New Zealand flax cultivars, making it a popular choice for contemporary landscape designers seeking bold contrast.
Why Choose Phormium Black Rage?
If you're looking for a compact flax with dramatic dark foliage, exceptional toughness and year-round architectural impact, Phormium 'Black Rage' is an outstanding choice for both feature planting and mass landscape use.
Pot Size:
These are our Premium XL size in 1.5l round pots.
Pot Size:
Standard Pot = 7cm Square
Large Pot = 9cm Square
Extra Large Pot = 1.5L Round
Use this guide to see how many plants of your selected pot size fit into a half or full carton.
Standard Pot = 25 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 10 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 5 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Standard Pot = 50 plants per Carton
Large Pot= 25 plants per Carton
Extra Large Pot = 10 plants per Carton
Urban- $16.55 per Carton Rural- $23.85 per Carton
Product Size:
The photo next to the ruler shows an example of the plant for sale (cm's) to give an indication of the size. Please note that the photo is for reference only; the size and appearance of the plant may vary.
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