A tufted perennial with stiff, strap-like leaves. Branching panicles of star-shaped lavender-blue to violet flowers with yellow anthers, followed by dark blue berries. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers May to June. Fruits July. Full sun/partial shade. Frost hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dianella tasmanica
A tufted perennial with stiff, strap-like leaves. Branching panicles of star-shaped lavender-blue to violet flowers with yellow anthers, followed by dark blue berries.
Additional information
| Generic | Dianella |
|---|---|
| Species | tasmanica |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | lavender, violet |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | blue |
| Fruits When | July |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Frost hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Provide support |
| Border | Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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