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dianella grass

Dianella grass is a versatile and hardy landscaping plant that’s become a favourite among New Zealand gardeners and landscapers. Valued for its strappy foliage, architectural form, and low maintenance habits, Dianella is ideal for mass plantings, borders, or feature specimens. With shining green, blue, or even red-tinged leaves and striking blue or purple berries in summer, dianella grass is as functional as it is beautiful. It thrives in a range of soil conditions, tolerates drought once established, and provides textural interest year-round. Whether you’re crafting a native planting scheme or seeking a colourful foliage plant that copes well with New Zealand’s climate, Dianella grass is an excellent choice.

Dianella revoluta 'Little Rev' plants in a garden.

Dianella 'Little Rev'

Dianella 'Little Rev' (Blue Flax Lily) is a compact and hardy ornamental grass like plant valued for its attractive blue green foliage and tidy growth habit. This versatile plant performs exceptionally well in New Zealand conditions and is widely used in modern gardens and landscape projects. It provides year round structure and texture while requiring very little maintenance once established. Dianella 'Little Rev' is ideal for borders, mass planting, containers, and difficult dry areas where reliable colour and strong performance are desired.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Riparian
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 result in blue berries. This NZ Flax Lily features narrow, grass-like foliage that is dark green and held densely, growing to 60 cm tall and the same width. Dianella 'Revelation' 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 featured in cottage gardens.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern
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...

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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 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 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...

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Cymbopogon citratus (Lemongrass)

Cymbopogon citratus (aka Andropogon citratus), commonly known as Lemongrass Grass or Citronella Grass, grows as a clump and produces flavoursome and...

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Lomandra 'Echidna' grass growing as a mass planting beside a path.
Lomandra Echidna

The Lomandra Echidna grass is a tough and reliable plant with outstanding aesthetics. It features lush, mid-green foliage held upright with a gentle...

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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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Lomandra Green Allure plant with lush, green foliage.
Lomandra Green Allure

Lomandra Green Allure is widely used in landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass planted as a ground cover or on a bank, included in...

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Ophiopogon japonicus Silver Mist grass in a garden.
Ophiopogon 'Silver Mist' (Silver Mondo Grass)

Ophiopogon 'Silver Mist' is a dwarf silver Mondo Grass, and features fine, grass-like foliage that is variegated dark green and white. It typically...

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Libertia paniculata plant with white flowers.
Libertia paniculata (Grass Flag)

Libertia paniculata is an elegant evergreen perennial admired for its fine, upright foliage and delicate white flowers that appear in airy clusters...

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Isolepis cernua (Scirpus cernua)

Isolepis cernua (Fiber Optic Grass) is a distinctive ornamental grass prized for its fine green stems tipped with tiny white flowers that resemble...

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Lomandra longifolia plant beside a path with lush, green foliage.
Lomandra longifolia (Basket Grass)

Lomandra longifolia (Basket Grass) is a resilient, evergreen ornamental grass native to Australia. Growing to approximately 60 cm in height and 65 cm...

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Carex 'Everlime' (Lime Grass Plant)

Carex ‘Everlime’ (Japanese Sedge) is a popular evergreen sedge valued for its graceful arching green foliage edged with bright lime cream margins...

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Dactylis glomerata plant with a cat.
Dactylis glomerata (Cat Grass)

Dactylis glomerata, commonly known as Cat Grass or Catnip Grass, is a popular grass that is loved by cats. It features flowing, green foliage held as...

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An elegant Miscanthus sinensis grass with cream-coloured flower plumes and lush green foliage.
Miscanthus sinensis

Miscanthus sinensis is an ornamental grass that grows as a clump of narrow, arching, green leaves. The colouring gives a light silver-green effect to...

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Zebra grass (Miscanthus 'Zebrinus') leaves with cream and green stripes.
Miscanthus 'Zebrinus'

Miscanthus 'Zebrinus' (Zebra Grass) is a striking ornamental grass recognised for its bold horizontal yellow banding across arching green leaves...

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Sisyrinchium californicum

Sisyrinchium californicum, commonly known as the Golden Eyed Grass, is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and flowers. It bears...

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Imperata 'Red Baron' with colourful, red foliage
Imperata Red Baron

Imperata 'Red Baron', commonly known as Japanese Blood Grass, features leaves that are green at the base and become red further up the blade. Through...

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A large planting of Stipa gigantea (Golden Oat Grass) as a feature garden.
Stipa gigantea

Stipa gigantea, commonly known as the Golden Oat Grass, is a large, ornamental grass. It grows as a clump and produces narrow, dark green leaves. The...

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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 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 revoluta

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

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Dianella intermedia plant with blue berries.
Dianella intermedia

Dianella intermedia bears spikes carrying delicate, violet flowers which result in bright blue berries. The foliage comprises mid-green, strap-like...

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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 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 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 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 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 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 'Wyeena' plants growing in a garden bordering a car park.
Dianella 'Wyeena'

Dianella 'Wyeena' is renowned for its variegated foliage which are dark green with a cream-coloured margin. This NZ Flax Lily grows as a tidy clump...

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Dianella 'Little Rev'

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Benefits of Dianella Grass in New Zealand Gardens

Dianella grass is highly adaptable and suitable for residential gardens, public spaces, commercial landscaping, and revegetation projects. Its robust root system helps control soil erosion, making it a popular option on slopes, banks, and around water features. The tidy, clumping growth suppresses weeds, reduces maintenance, and the plant can tolerate both full sun and partial shade. In addition to its practical uses, dianella grass produces delicate blue flowers followed by ornamental berries that attract native birds and insects, adding ecological value to your landscape.

Popular Dianella Grass Varieties

There are several standout varieties of dianella grass available in New Zealand, each offering unique benefits for different garden designs:

How to Plant and Care for Dianella Grass

Dianella grass is easy to establish and thrives in a wide range of soil types, including clay, sandy, and loamy soils. For best results, plant in a well-drained spot and mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds. Water regularly while young; once established, dianella is drought tolerant and only needs occasional deep watering during extended dry spells. Trim back old foliage annually to refresh plants and encourage vigorous new growth. Dianella grass rarely requires fertiliser but benefits from an annual dose of slow-release, balanced fertiliser in spring if the soil is particularly poor.

Use Dianella Grass for Modern, Resilient Landscapes

Whether you’re planning a contemporary low-maintenance border, controlling erosion on a tricky site, or adding colour and structure to a native planting, dianella grass is a standout choice. Explore our extensive selection, including Dianella latissima, Dianella Cherry Red, Dianella revoluta, Dianella 'Revelation', and Dianella intermedia to find the right variety for your garden. Add timeless resilience and beauty to your landscape with dianella grass.


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