{"product_id":"phormium-tenax-all-black","title":"Phormium tenax All Black","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"45\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"16\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"19\" data-start=\"16\"\u003eAll Black New Zealand Flax\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1120\" data-start=\"47\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"63\" data-start=\"47\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"66\" data-start=\"63\"\u003ePhormium tenax ‘All Black’ is a dramatic evergreen architectural plant prized for its intensely dark foliage and bold upright form. This striking New Zealand flax variety features long, sword-like leaves in deep charcoal-purple to near-black tones, creating strong contrast and modern structure in the landscape. Its bold foliage colour remains consistent throughout the year, making it a standout feature in contemporary gardens, coastal plantings, mass displays, and large decorative pots. During summer, mature plants may produce tall flower spikes bearing tubular reddish flowers that attract nectar-feeding birds. ‘All Black’ performs exceptionally well in Melbourne’s climate, thriving in full sun to part shade and adapting to a wide range of well-drained soils. It is highly tolerant of wind, coastal conditions, and dry periods once established, making it an excellent low-maintenance option for urban and exposed gardens. Its sculptural form and year-round colour provide exceptional visual impact in both residential and commercial landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1133\" data-start=\"1122\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"1122\"\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1176\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1176\" data-start=\"1134\" data-section-id=\"8xoe1f\"\u003eShrub - Clumping \/ Grass-like \/ Mounding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1196\" data-start=\"1178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1194\" data-start=\"1178\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1233\" data-start=\"1197\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1216\" data-start=\"1197\" data-section-id=\"mwgey3\"\u003eHeight: 1.5–2 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1233\" data-start=\"1217\" data-section-id=\"48szn6\"\u003eWidth: 1.5–2 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1248\" 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data-start=\"1335\" data-section-id=\"179h4gr\"\u003eRed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1343\" data-section-id=\"iftr3g\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1376\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1374\" data-start=\"1355\"\u003eKey Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1506\" data-start=\"1377\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1396\" data-start=\"1377\" data-section-id=\"8i3zg0\"\u003eBird Attracting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1417\" data-start=\"1397\" data-section-id=\"1dm3nw4\"\u003eCoastal Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1438\" data-start=\"1418\" data-section-id=\"1kb8xus\"\u003eDrought Tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1452\" data-start=\"1439\" data-section-id=\"fzo0bb\"\u003eEvergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1472\" data-start=\"1453\" data-section-id=\"1952k9f\"\u003eFeature Foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1486\" data-start=\"1473\" data-section-id=\"9fwte6\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1506\" data-start=\"1487\" data-section-id=\"1jtyzoa\"\u003eSuitable for Pots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1523\" data-start=\"1508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1521\" data-start=\"1508\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1524\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1578\" data-start=\"1524\" data-section-id=\"2bg1u2\"\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1652\" data-start=\"1579\" data-section-id=\"ir3a2\"\u003eLeaf edges may be sharp and can cause minor cuts if handled carelessly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1677\" data-start=\"1654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1654\"\u003eCompanion Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1800\" 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grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cultivar is grown by Flemings Nurseries, one of Australia's most renowned growers.\u003cbr\u003eImage used with permission from Fleming’s Nurseries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information on this particular variety, click \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flemings.com.au\/nurseries\/phormium-tenax-all-black.html\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flemings Nursery","offers":[{"title":"20CM","offer_id":47811872882853,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/2911\/0693\/files\/PhormiumtenaxAllBlack.jpg?v=1778300937","url":"https:\/\/theplantbroker.com.au\/products\/phormium-tenax-all-black","provider":"The Plant Broker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}