Dianella tasmanica
Tasman flax-lily
An evergreen perennial to 1.2m tall, with tough, grass-like leaves and branched panicles of violet-blue flowers 2cm wide, with prominent yellow stamens, followed by glossy violet-blue berries
Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | Blue | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Asphodelaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Dianella are rhizomatous evergreen perennials with leathery, sword-shaped leaves and sprays of small, starry deep blue flowers followed by long-lasting blue or purple berries
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- SE Australia, Tasmania
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained, neutral to acid soil in a sheltered site in full sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed in containers at 13-16°C (55-61°F) in spring. Divide rhizomes in mid-spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally trouble free
Diseases
Generally trouble free
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