{"product_id":"pcoo-xl-1","title":"Phormium Cookianum Green - XL Size","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1u6gqpd\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"27\"\u003ePhormium cookianum Green\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"u1hqxx\" data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"46\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eMountain Flax, Wharariki, Green Mountain Flax\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rlnn56\" data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"105\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eAsphodelaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"amy42w\" data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gdhehv\" data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"161\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eEvergreen Flax \/ Architectural Perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ln8o0v\" data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"217\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"542\"\u003ePhormium cookianum Green is a graceful and versatile New Zealand native flax, valued for its softer, arching green foliage and adaptability across a wide range of conditions. Compared to Phormium tenax, it has a more relaxed form, making it ideal for naturalistic planting, erosion control, and coastal or alpine landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12jh0uk\" data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, arching, strap-like leaves in fresh green tones\u003cbr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eFlowers \/ Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall stems with tubular yellow-green flowers in spring to summer; highly attractive to birds\u003cbr data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"747\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant, arching, clump-forming habit with a more flowing appearance than upright flax types\u003cbr data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast\u003cbr data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Ecological Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Important native plant providing nectar for tūī and bellbirds; used traditionally by Māori\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"192bv6r\" data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1051\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1059\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1079\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1090\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e1m–1.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1100\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSpread\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e1m–2m\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1117\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1138\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eArching, clumping\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dfrnuc\" data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\r\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1171\" data-end=\"1185\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1195\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1214\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1249\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1316\"\u003eModerate; prefers some moisture but tolerates short dry periods\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1324\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eTolerates a wide range; prefers well-drained but moisture-retentive soils\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1413\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1432\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAcid to neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1451\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eHardy; tolerates frost, wind, and exposed conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"xvismv\" data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eLandscaping \u0026amp; Garden Uses:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ms9h1j\" data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eIdeal for naturalistic and native-style plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5yofru\" data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eExcellent for erosion control on banks and slopes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l097hn\" data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eSuitable for coastal, windy, and exposed sites\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"z9674j\" data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eWorks well in mass planting or as a softer alternative to upright flax varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10lm76a\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old or damaged leaves from the base as needed\u003cbr data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep reasonably watered during establishment; more tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal requirements; optional light feed in spring\u003cbr data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally hardy and low-maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"43k1yz\" data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eAdditional Tips:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003ePerforms especially well in cooler, wetter climates and coastal environments. Space plants to allow their natural arching form to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qg0rih\" data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2292\"\u003eFun Fact \/ Botanical Insight:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003ePhormium cookianum is naturally found in coastal cliffs and alpine regions, making it one of the most adaptable flax species in New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10fjc8m\" data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eWhy Choose Phormium cookianum Green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2638\"\u003eA softer, more flowing alternative to traditional flax, offering resilience, versatility, and natural beauty—perfect for a wide range of landscaping applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1fymc0i\" data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003ePot Size:\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2701\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThese are our XL size in 1.5l round pots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mountain Green Flax","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43742244634690,"sku":"PCOOG-XL-1","price":9.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/4545\/files\/Phormium_Cookianum_00_R5TYHD1HDDYQ.JPG?v=1778710193","url":"https:\/\/greenmachine.nz\/products\/pcoo-xl-1","provider":"Greenmachine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}