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dianella caerulea lucia

Dianella caerulea Lucia is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens, delivering versatile structure, hardy performance, and lush architectural foliage. Sought after for its elegant blue-green strappy leaves and delicate spring flowers, this improved variety of the coastal flax lily is perfect for landscaping projects where both reliability and aesthetics matter. At home in modern urban settings, low-maintenance landscapes, or informal native plantings, Dianella caerulea Lucia brings textural interest and enduring appeal year-round.

Dianella caerulea 'Breeze' growing in a roadside garden.

Dianella 'Breeze'

Dianella 'Breeze' (Turutu) is a hardy and attractive perennial that brings lush, strappy green foliage and clusters of delicate blue flowers to New Zealand gardens. Its resilience and year round appeal make it a favourite among landscapers and home gardeners. Turutu is known for its ability to thrive in a wide range of conditions while adding texture and colour. With minimal care, it creates a fresh, natural look in both modern and traditional garden designs.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Dianella Goddess

Dianella Goddess is a variety of the commonly known, NZ Flax Lily, and produces upright, strap-like leaves which are a rich, dark green with a blue undertone. Flower stems rise above the foliage through spring to bear masses of delicate, blue flowers which result in blue berries. It grows to 70 cm tall and the same wide in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Dianella Goddess is commonly mass planted either as a groundcover or on a bank, included in borders or mixed plantings, planted around the base of large trees, grown around water features such as streams and ponds, or included in cottage gardens.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 70 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
A Dianella 'Clarity Blue' plant in a pot for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Dianella 'Clarity Blue'

Dianella 'Clarity Blue' features broad and erect, powder-blue coloured leaves. It typically grows to 60 cm in height and 40 cm in width in full sun...

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Dianella tasmanica (Tasman Flax Lily) plants with green foliage and blue flowers.
Dianella tasmanica

Dianella tasmanica, commonly known as the Tasman Flax Lily, produces upright, strap-like leaves which are a rich, dark green and have a lush...

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Dianella Revelation plants growing in a garden.
Dianella 'Revelation'

Dianella 'Revelation' features flower stems that rise above the foliage through spring and summer to bear masses of delicate, blue flowers, which...

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A mass planting of Dianella caerulea 'Little Jess' plants with lush, green foliage.
Dianella 'Little Jess'

Dianella 'Little Jess' is a variety of NZ Flax Lily that bears spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring above lush, mid-green leaves. Small...

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Dianella Kentlyn

Dianella Kentlyn is a variety of the commonly known, Flax Lily, produces upright, strap-like leaves which are a rich, dark green with a blue...

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Dianella nigra plant with masses of blue berries.
Dianella nigra (New Zealand Blueberry)

Dianella nigra, commonly known as the New Zealand Blueberry or Tūrutu, is a NZ native that features lush foliage and glossy berries that vary in...

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Dianella 'Margaret Pringle' plant in a pot.
Dianella 'Margaret Pringle'

Dianella 'Margaret Pringle' bears spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring, which are followed by small, blue berries in summer. These are...

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Dianella Lucia

Dianella Lucia is a variety of NZ Flax Lily that features spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring. These are held neatly above the dark...

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Dianella caerulea plants with blue flowers.
Dianella caerulea (Paroo Lily)

Dianella caerulea, commonly known as the NZ Flax Lily or Paroo Lily, is an herbaceous perennial that bears spikes carrying delicate blue and yellow...

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Dianella tasmanica variegata

Dianella tasmanica variegata produces upright, strap-like leaves which are variegated with stripes of dark green and cream. Short flower stems rise...

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Dianella 'Blutopia' large plant in a garden.
Dianella Blutopia

Dianella Blutopia is grown for both its foliage and flowers. In spring it bears large spikes carrying delicate, light blue flowers which result in...

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Dianella Streetscape

Dianella Streetscape features spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring. These are held neatly above the fresh-green, strap-like leaves. The...

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Dianella Cherry Red

Dianella Cherry Red has grass like foliage that is a fantastic green and red-pink colour. It grows to about 75 cm tall and the same wide, and becomes...

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Dianella Paroo Lily

Dianella Paroo Lily features spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring. These are held neatly above the dark green, strap-like leaves. The...

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Dianella Silver Streak

Dianella Silver Streak features lush leaves that have a dark green centre with a cream-coloured margin. It grows as a tidy clump to about 50 cm tall...

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Dianella intermedia plant with blue berries.
Dianella intermedia

Dianella intermedia is a hardy evergreen flax lily valued for its upright blue green foliage, delicate blue flowers, and attractive purple blue...

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Dianella revoluta 'Blue Twist' plant.
Dianella Blue Twist

Dianella Blue Twist bears spikes that may reach 1 m in length carrying delicate, light blue flowers. These are held above the blue-green, strap-like...

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Dianella tasmanica 'Tasred' plants with lush green foliage in a border garden.
Dianella 'Tasred'

Dianella 'Tasred' is a hardy, evergreen flax lily characterised by its broad, green leaves, which often exhibit red or burgundy tones at the base...

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Dianella Blue Stream

Dianella Blue Stream features broad and erect, powder-blue coloured leaves. This NZ Flax Lily grows to 75 cm tall and 60 cm wide. Dianella Blue...

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Dianella 'Sea Spray' plant with lush green foliage and blue flowers.
Dianella 'Sea Spray'

Dianella 'Sea Spray' features narrow, dark green leaves with a hint of blue. The foliage is adorned with clusters of blue flowers through spring and...

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Dianella brevicaulis

Dianella brevicaulis features narrow, and gently arching, dark green leaves. These become adorned with masses of blue flowers during spring and...

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Dianella caerulea 'Cassa Blue' plants with blue-green foliage.
Dianella 'Cassa Blue'

Dianella 'Cassa Blue' bears spikes carrying delicate, light blue flowers, which are followed by small, blue berries in summer. These are held neatly...

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Dianella Emerald Arch

Dianella Emerald Arch feature spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring. These are held neatly above the dark green, strap-like leaves. It...

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Dianella Petite Marie

Dianella Petite Marie features flower stems that rise above the foliage through spring and summer to bear masses of delicate, sky-blue flowers which...

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Dianella 'Baby Bliss' plants.
Dianella Baby Bliss

Dianella 'Baby Bliss' is a compact evergreen flax lily grown for its fine blue green foliage and naturally tidy growth habit. This hardy, low...

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Dianella Emerald Fountain

Dianella Emerald Fountain is a variety of Blue Flax Lily that features spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring. These are held neatly above...

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Dianella latissima plant growing beside water.
Dianella latissima

Dianella latissima is a NZ native grass that bears spikes carrying delicate, white flowers in spring which are followed by small blue berries in...

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Dianella Stampede

Dianella Stampede is a NZ Flax Lily that features spikes that carry delicate, blue flowers in spring. These are held neatly above the fresh-green...

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Dianella Blaze

Dianella Blaze features broad and gently arching, bronze-purple leaves that are very showy. It typically grows to 70 cm tall and the same wide...

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Dianella Weeping Kate

Dianella Weeping Kate is a variety of NZ Flax Lily that features spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring. These are held neatly above the...

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Dianella 'Breeze'

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Why Choose Dianella Caerulea Lucia?

Dianella caerulea Lucia thrives across diverse New Zealand climates, tolerating wind, occasional frost, and periods of dry once established. Its compact habit (usually reaching 60cm tall) makes it perfect for mass planting, borders, ground covers, or container accents. While it's tough in full sun, it adapts well to part shade, brightening shady corners with its broad, glossy foliage. In spring and summer, slender flower stems rise above the leaves, each adorned with dainty blue flowers followed by decorative purple berries that attract native birds and add extra garden interest.

Popular Uses and Companion Plants

Dianella caerulea Lucia is a landscape designer’s favourite for its versatility and low demands. Its tidy clumping nature creates beautiful formal lines in pathways or driveways, and it’s excellent for underplanting beneath trees where many others struggle. Looking for design inspiration? Combine with Dianella Goddess for a varied textural display, or plant alongside Dianella intermedia for a layered, naturalistic effect. The different species and cultivars in the Dianella family can be used together to create movement, contrast, and all-season colour.

Maintenance and Growing Tips

One of the best things about Dianella caerulea Lucia is its easy care. Once established, this plant is drought tolerant, needing little more than an occasional tidy-up to remove any spent or damaged leaves. It performs best in well-drained soils but can cope with most garden conditions. Mulching will help retain soil moisture and keep roots cool, particularly during dry summers. Feeding’s optional, but a slow-release fertiliser in spring can encourage lush new growth.

If you love the consistent, neat look of Dianella Caerulea Lucia, you might also appreciate the classic, taller Dianella caerulea (Paroo Lily) or the strikingly variegated Dianella tasmanica variegata.

Where to Buy Dianella Plants

Ready to give your landscape a style upgrade with Dianella caerulea Lucia? Browse our full selection of tough, reliable Dianella varieties including Dianella Lucia, Dianella caerulea (Paroo Lily), Dianella Goddess, Dianella intermedia, and Dianella tasmanica variegata to find the perfect match for your garden. With expert advice and top-quality plants, we’re here to help you create a space that’s full of beauty and texture, season after season.


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