Dianella nigra (New Zealand blueberry) — Bushy

Overview

Dianella nigra is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Dianella, part of the Asphodelaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dianella nigra grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.

About

Dianella nigra, commonly known as turutu, inkberry, and the New Zealand blueberry, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asphodelaceae. It is endemic to New Zealand. Its range mainly covers the North and South Islands. It is typically found in coastal to montane environments, and the species can colonise various different habitats. Grow it in full sun and partial shade and loam and sand soil. In UK gardens it is half-hardy and may need winter protection in colder areas (RHS H3). It works well for coastal, cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds. It tolerates acid and neutral soils, well-drained conditions and south-facing, west-facing and east-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Dianella

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H3

Plant details

Dianella nigra size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds