Harakeke, or New Zealand flax, is instantly recognizable by its tall, sword-like leaves and clusters of red flowers that attract native birds. But its magic goes far beyond beauty.

Together they pruned and harvested leaves from a whanau of around eight well-established but unruly harakeke, making them ... You should not cut from a Pū Harakeke (single plant) when in flower. ...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has partnered with local kai raranga to improve our harakeke (flax) pruning skills. Video / Kāpiti Coast District Council A group of Kāpiti kairaranga (weavers ...

You should not cut from a Pū Harakeke (single plant) when in flower. Korari (flower stalks) can be removed once they have finished flowering and the seeds have dropped.