Phormium tenax ‘Anna Red’ (New Zealand Flax)

Phormium tenax ‘Anna Red’ is a bold, architectural evergreen perennial valued for its dramatic upright form and deep purple to bronze strappy foliage. Its strong vertical leaf blades create striking contrast in garden designs, making it an excellent feature plant for modern, coastal, and Mediterranean-style landscapes.

This clumping flax is ideal for mass planting, container displays, or as a focal specimen where strong foliage impact is required. While highly ornamental and tough once established, darker-leaved forms benefit from protection from harsh, direct afternoon sun in hotter climates to prevent leaf scorch.