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dianella tasmanica little rev

Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev', also known as Blue Flax Lily, is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens seeking architectural interest and easy-care foliage. This compact, upright Dianella features slender blue-green leaves and forms neat, evergreen clumps. 'Little Rev' is prized for its versatility—it’s ideal for borders, mass plantings, or contemporary landscaping accents. With its striking foliage and tolerance to a range of conditions, Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev' brings a modern look and hardy reliability to gardens throughout the country.

Dianella 'Little Rev'

Dianella 'Little Rev' is a compact, clump-forming evergreen known for its striking blue-grey foliage and architectural form. This Blue Flax-Lily grows to around 40 cm in height and width, and is perfect for borders, mass planting, or modern landscape designs. In spring and summer, it produces small blue flowers followed by decorative berries. 'Little Rev' thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates dry conditions once established. Hardy and low maintenance, it's ideal for adding texture and colour to NZ gardens.

Dianella revoluta 'Little Rev' plants in a garden.
  • 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
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Botanical Highlights

Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev' grows to a tidy height of 40–50 cm, making it perfect for smaller spaces and formal designs. Its foliage is slightly bluish, providing a cool-toned contrast against the greens and reds of other New Zealand-native plants. In spring, this Dianella produces small violet-blue flowers held above the foliage, followed by attractive berries. The dense clumping habit ensures that 'Little Rev' works beautifully as a low border or pathway edging.

Planting and Care

This Blue Flax Lily thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates a variety of soil types, from sandy soils to heavier clay. Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev' is remarkably drought-tolerant once established and copes well with coastal conditions, making it a resilient pick for both urban and rural gardens. Minimal maintenance is required; just tidy the clump occasionally and remove spent leaves for ongoing appeal.

Landscaping Uses

Use Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev' to create crisp garden lines, contrast with colourful blooms, or soften hard landscaping edges. Its compact form makes it a favourite for low hedges, container plantings, and mass planting schemes. Pairing it with other flax species, such as Phormium 'Cream Delight' (Cream Delight Flax) or Phormium 'Wildwood' (Wildwood Flax), enhances garden structure and colour variation.

Companion Dianella Varieties

For gardeners seeking more Dianella options, consider complementary cultivars that offer unique textures and colours. Explore Dianella 'Little Jess' for softer foliage and mass planting, Dianella Blaze with its vibrant reddish tones, and Dianella Goddess for an elegant upright habit. Dianella Kentlyn and Dianella 'Revelation' provide even more ways to create striking low-maintenance landscapes.

Stylish Flaxes for Modern Gardens

If you’re keen to extend your planting palette, New Zealand flax species like Phormium 'Red Fingers' (Red Fingers Flax), Phormium 'Bronze Baby', and Phormium 'Sunset Dreams' offer bold foliage and colour. These make excellent companions for Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev' in mixed plantings, providing texture and year-round visual interest.

Why Choose Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev'

Dianella tasmanica 'Little Rev' combines modern style, resilience, and ease of care. It’s an excellent investment for both home gardeners and landscapers seeking structure, colour, and hardiness in one versatile plant. Explore our range to discover the perfect Dianella and flax combinations for your New Zealand garden.


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