Phormium ‘Sundowner’ – Bold Architectural Foliage for Year-Round Drama

Create instant impact with Phormium ‘Sundowner’, a stunning, evergreen New Zealand flax prized for its dramatic, sword-shaped leaves in shades of bronze, rose-pink, and olive green, with a metallic sheen that changes with the light. Its striking colour and strong architectural form make it a standout feature in borders, modern landscapes, and large containers.

Reaching up to 1.2–1.5 metres in height and spread, ‘Sundowner’ adds height, texture, and year-round interest to any garden. It’s particularly striking in coastal, gravel, or tropical-style planting schemes.

Best positioned in full sun or partial shade in moist but well-drained soil. It is tolerant of wind, salt spray, and urban pollution, making it an excellent choice for exposed or coastal UK gardens.

Care tips: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, it is drought tolerant and low maintenance. Feed in early spring with a general-purpose slow-release fertiliser to support vigorous growth.

Flowering may occur in warm summers, with tall stems bearing tubular, red-bronze flowers. Prune in spring by removing any dead or damaged leaves at the base to keep the plant tidy.

Phormium ‘Sundowner’ is a striking, easy-care choice for bold, year-round garden colour.