Q.Can Lomandra Grow In A Stormwater Planter? Can Phormium Tenax Grow In A Stormwater Planter? I Heard Phormium Tenax Plants Origin
ally came from swamps? We have stormwater planter approximately 4′ wide by 42″ in height. Soil will be well draining.

GKH_Susan
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Answered on January 13, 2024
Lomandra can tolerate wet feet, especially in winter. New Zealand flax does not like boggy soils, but if it is well draining enough, it may work. The information below should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/lomandra/growing-lomandra-grass.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/new-zealand-flax/new-zealand-flax-plant-care.htm
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