Apricot Queen New Zealand Flax | Phormium 'Apricot Queen'An evergreen perennial that forms bold clumps of upright, swordshaped leaves, beautifully variegated in shades of apricot, cream, and green. Its foliage provides yearround colour and structure, while in November through January it sends up tall spikes of tubular flowers that add extra drama to its already architectural presence. Hardy and lowmaintenance, it thrives in full sun to semishade, tolerates wind and salt spray, and once established requires

• Helps repel insects naturally

Minimal maintenance required - simply prune lightly after flowering

Excellent as an ornamental plant in a container and thrives in Western Cape coastal regions

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Water Smart  Yes

and vegetable gardens where uniform watering is essential for plant health

with pencil‑thin stems that glow green in summer and transform into fiery shades of orange

herb gardens

This aromatic evergreen produces masses of delicate white or pink flowers from autumn through winter

producing small yellow flowers during the warm summer months (December to February in Cape Town)

it provides essential energy during colder months and supports year-round feeding

their strong fibrous leaves made them invaluable for everyday life