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Phormium Black Rage

Phormium Black Rage

Black Rage Flax, NZ Flax

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Phormium ‘Black Rage’ is a bold and dramatic New Zealand flax prized for its intensely dark foliage and strong architectural presence. Forming a dense clump of upright strap-like leaves in deep burgundy to near-black tones, this striking evergreen adds instant contrast, texture and structure to modern gardens and landscape designs.

Its rich dark colouring holds throughout the year and becomes especially dramatic when planted against lighter foliage, stone or contemporary hardscaping. Compact enough for urban gardens yet bold enough to stand alone, Phormium ‘Black Rage’ is ideal for feature planting, mass planting, containers and low-maintenance borders.

Like many New Zealand flaxes, mature plants may produce tall flower stems in summer carrying nectar-rich blooms that attract birds and pollinators. Hardy, adaptable and easy care, this standout variety thrives in a wide range of New Zealand conditions including coastal and exposed sites.

  • Expected 5 Year Height 1.2 M Width 1.2 M

Is Phormium Black Rage suitable for my garden?

Phormium Black Rage is best suited in a position that gets

  • Partial shade
  • Full sun

Phormium Black Rage is

  • NZ Native
  • Evergreen
  • Drought resistant once established
  • Attracts pollinators
  • Coastal Friendly
  • Fast-growing
  • Cold hardy

Phormium Black Rage will thrive in soil that is

  • Clay
  • Sandy
  • Normal
  • Free draining

How to establish your Phormium Black Rage?

Position
Plant in full sun to partial shade. Full sun encourages the deepest foliage colour and strongest upright growth.

Soil
Adaptable to most soil conditions provided drainage is reasonable. Performs especially well in free-draining soils.

Watering
Water regularly during establishment. Once established, Phormium ‘Black Rage’ is drought tolerant and requires minimal supplementary watering.

Feeding
Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring to encourage vigorous foliage growth and maintain rich leaf colour.

Spacing
Allow approximately 80cm–1m between plants for borders and mass planting to create a full mature display.

How to maintain your Phormium Black Rage once established?

Very low maintenance once established. Remove damaged or older leaves by cutting cleanly at the base to keep the plant looking fresh.

Flower stems can be removed after flowering if desired. Divide older clumps every few years to rejuvenate growth and create new plants.

Avoid cutting directly through the centre of the plant to protect future growth.
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