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Dianella tasmanica

Family Phormiaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone
Care Level
Height 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Spread 0.5 - 1.2 m (1.5 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tender perennial Dianella tasmanica bears showy and bright blue blossoms during early summer to late summer. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Dianella tasmanica bears showy fruit.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, ground cover and tropical.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.