About
This rhizomatous, clump-forming evergreen perennial with tough, green leathery grass-like foliage, which turns red in winter, and branched panicles of small, star-shaped blue flowers with yellow stamens in summer. The flowers are followed by long-lasting blue or purple berries.
About the 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
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy, Clump forming
FoliageEvergreen
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained, neutral to acid soil in a sheltered site in full sun or partial shade
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed in containers at 13-16°C (55-61°F) in spring. Divide rhizomes in mid-spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free