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Description
Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave, also known as New Zealand Flax, is a perennial plant that belongs to the family of Hemerocallidaceae. It is native to New Zealand and is widely grown as an ornamental plant in gardens around the world. The plant has striking sword-shaped leaves that are green with yellow margins, and can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide. Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave produces tall flower spikes with red or yellow flowers in summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Monocots |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Hemerocallidaceae |
| Genus | Phormium |
Appearance
Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave has large sword-shaped leaves that are green with yellow margins. The leaves can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide. It produces tall flower spikes with red or yellow flowers in summer. The plant is very showy and adds a unique texture to any garden or landscape.
Care Guide
Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave requires moderate watering and well-draining soil. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. The plant is hardy to USDA Zones 8-11. Fertilize the plant once a month with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Prune the plant in early spring to remove dead or damaged leaves.
Common Pests & Diseases
Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave is susceptible to spider mites, aphids, and mealybugs. It can also suffer from root rot if overwatered. To prevent pests and diseases, keep the plant healthy by providing adequate water and proper drainage.
Habitat
Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave is native to New Zealand and is commonly found along coastal cliffs and riverbanks. It grows well in temperate climates and can tolerate salt spray and windy conditions.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave grow in containers?
A: Yes, it can grow in containers as long as the container has good drainage and the plant is watered regularly.
Q: How often should Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave be fertilized?
A: Fertilize the plant once a month with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Q: What are the hardiness zones for Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave?
A: The plant is hardy to USDA Zones 8-11.
Q: How tall can Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave grow?
A: The plant can grow up to 10 feet tall and 6 feet wide.
Related Plants
- Phormium Tenax
- Phormium Cookianum
- Phormium Colensoi
References
- “Phormium tenax ‘Yellow Wave’.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed June 1, 2021. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c249.
- “Phormium Tenax ‘Yellow Wave’.” Royal Horticultural Society. Accessed June 1, 2021. https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/122772/Phormium-tenax-Yellow-Wave/Details.
- “Phormium Tenax Yellow Wave.” Gardening Know How. Accessed June 1, 2021. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/new-zealand-flax/phormium-tenax-yellow-wave.htm.
