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Flax/Harakeke

Price

$4.00

Flax/Harakeke (Phormium Tenax) is a striking large Flax that forms robust clumps of broad vibrant green leaves. Serves as an exceptionel low shelter and erosion control solution with nectar in summer and late summer, attracting a variety of pollinators and birds. The flowers are brownish red in summer, followed by black seed pods that stand upright from the stems. Very hardy plants which thrives in diverse environments. It is also a pioneer plant, meaning it should be one of the species planted first in a restoration planting plan as it establishes quickly when planted and shelters other plants.

 

Height/Spread: 3/2m

Leaves: Up to 3m long and up to 5-12cm wide

Flowering Time: November-December

Growth Rate: Fast

 

Grows also in swampy areas or sandy soils

Size

Quantity

RETURN & REFUND POLICY

Due to the nature of live plants, we do not accept general returns.

SHIPPING INFO

We are pleased to offer nationwide shipping for our native plants. Below are our shipping guidelines and rates:

Shipping Areas & Timeframes

  • We ship across New Zealand, excluding offshore islands.

Packaging & Handling

  • Plants are carefully packed to minimize damage during transit.
  • Orders are sent in eco-friendly packaging where possible.

Shipping Costs

  • Small Orders (e.g., 8 PB2 plants, OR 24 root trainer plants, OR 4 PB5 plants) – $28 freight
  • Medium Orders (e.g., 2 cartons as above - 16 PB2’s etc or a mix) – $60 freight
  • Larger orders will be calculated by our team and we will get back to you with best estimate
  • Rural delivery may incur an additional fee.

Pick-Up Option

  • Local customers can opt for free pick-up from Okarito Nursery.

UNDERSTANDING PLANT SIZES

What Does PB Mean?
We list plant sizes using terms like PB2 or Root Trainer, which refer to the container size. PB stands for “Planter Bag,” and the number equals the volume in pints (1 PB ≈ 568ml).

  • R/T: Small, deep cells for strong roots—great for bulk/restoration.

  • PB2: Small, established, easy to plant.

  • PB5: Medium size, strong roots.

  • PB8: Larger, more mature.

  • PB12: Our biggest, for quick impact.
    Need help choosing? Just ask!

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