{"product_id":"broget-new-zealandsk-hor-phormium-tenax-fro-20-stk","title":"Variegated New Zealand flax (Phormium tenax \"Variegatum\") | seeds, 20 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHARDY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePhormium tenax\u003c\/em\u003e \"Variegatum\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broget New Zealandsk hør, broget hørlilje\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated New Zealand flax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"378\"\u003ePhormium tenax\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegatum' is a particularly decorative variety of the classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/new-zealandsk-hor-phormium-tenax-fro-20-stk\" title=\"New Zealandsk hør (Phormium tenax) | frø\"\u003eNew Zealand flax\u003c\/a\u003e from New Zealand. While the species is known for its dramatic, sword-shaped leaves, 'Variegatum' stands out with its beautiful, light stripes running along the leaves. The result is an elegant, architectural clump that adds light and contrast to the garden—while retaining the hardiness and robustness of the original species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eThe plant can form strong clumps 1.5–2 meters in height and width, and the upright, sword-shaped leaves provide an exotic and graphic touch. During the flowering season, it sends up long flower stalks with reddish, nectar-rich flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e'Variegatum' thrives best in full sun to partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, but appreciates regular watering during the growing season. Like most \u003cem data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003ePhormium\u003c\/em\u003e varieties, it tolerates short-term temperatures down to about -5 to -10 °C, especially in sheltered positions and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eIn mild regions of Denmark, it can be overwintered outdoors with winter protection, but it is usually recommended to grow it in large pots that can be moved into shelter or overwintered frost-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/new-zealandsk-hor-phormium-tenax-fro-20-stk\" title=\"New Zealandsk hør (Phormium tenax) | frø\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Also available in a non-variegated version\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eCultivation from seed:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003ePhormium tenax\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegatum' are grown in the same way as the species. They are sown in a light, well-drained soil mix, covered very lightly, and kept at 18–22 °C. Germination typically takes 3–6 weeks. Please be aware, however, that variegated forms are not always stable from seed – many plants may revert to green forms, and the most beautiful variegated specimens are often propagated vegetatively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003ePhormium tenax\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegatum' is primarily an ornamental plant and is used in gardens and landscape design for its architectural expression and decorative stripes. Like the species, it has historically been an important fiber plant in New Zealand, but today it is valued most for its beauty and exotic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eA perfect plant for those who want a combination of hardiness, cultural history, and graphic elegance – a living work of art in the garden or on the patio.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54455430873356,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Phormiumtenax_Variegatum.jpg?v=1756820786","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/broget-new-zealandsk-hor-phormium-tenax-fro-20-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}