Phormium 'Golden Ray' - P9

Description
With its dark green, golden-yellow striped leaf colouring, the Flax lily 'Golden Ray' (Phormium) is a decorative design element in the garden, but with its upright and spreading growth it also adorns containers on balconies or terraces. It feels most at home in a sunny spot with the most well-drained, loose soil possible. In favourable conditions, this grass reaches a height of approx. 1.5 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * very beautiful in a tub

Leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The evergreen leaves of Flax lily 'Golden Ray's are dark green, linear and have a golden yellow margin.

Spread
New Zealand.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 15 to 20°C is required.

Growth
Upright, spreading.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
As soon as temperatures no longer fall below 5°C, even at night, this plant can be taken outside. A shower with lukewarm water removes dust and revitalises the darling. A semi-shady spot out of direct sunlight is best to prevent leaf damage. If necessary, the plant can also be repotted outdoors in spring, which saves cleaning work indoors.

Use
Tubs, group planting