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dianella varieties

Looking to add versatile, hardy, and stunning foliage plants to your garden? Explore the exciting world of dianella varieties, a group of ornamental grasses adored by New Zealand gardeners for their adaptability, year-round colour, and lush, architectural forms. Known for their strappy leaves and clusters of delightful blue or purple berries, dianellas make an excellent choice for borders, mass plantings, and low-maintenance spaces. With vibrant cultivar options available, you can enjoy a range of heights, leaf patterns, and hues to suit every landscape design.

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

Dianella 'Little Jess'

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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, blue berries follow the flowers. It grows to 40 cm tall and the same wide in full sun or partial shade. Dianella 'Little Jess' is commonly included in mixed plantings or borders, used in cottage gardens, or mass-planted either on a bank or as a ground cover.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 40 cm
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, Native
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 leaves, and typically grows to 50 cm tall and the same wide. Dianella Blue Twist is commonly mass planted in borders or as a groundcover, included in a mixed planting, or planted around outdoor living areas.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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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 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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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 revoluta 'Little Rev' plants in a garden.

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...

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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 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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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 'Little Jess'

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Popular Dianella Varieties for New Zealand Gardens

Dianellas thrive in New Zealand's diverse climates, offering choices for both sun and part shade. When exploring dianella varieties, consider what suits your location and design vision best.

Dianella tasmanica variegata

A classic favourite, Dianella tasmanica variegata dazzles with its bold green leaves striped with creamy yellow. This striking variety offers attractive foliage contrast, making it an ideal choice for adding interest to pathways or garden borders. Like all dianella varieties, it delivers drought tolerance and resilience once established.

Dianella Silver Streak

Add a touch of elegance with Dianella Silver Streak. This variety is famed for its refined silvery-white leaf margins, creating a cool, contemporary look in mixed plantings. It pairs beautifully with other natives and provides year-round texture and form in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Dianella Little Devil

For compact gardens or tidy landscape designs, Dianella Little Devil is a top pick among dianella varieties. Little Devil’s compact growth makes it perfect for edging, urban gardens, or pots. Its neat, tidy habit ensures low maintenance with maximum impact.

Dianella 'Wyeena'

Dianella 'Wyeena' stands out with striking multi-toned, strappy foliage that transitions from deep green to creamy white. This dianella variety is not only visually stunning but also highly tolerant of varied conditions, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens or challenging sites.

Dianella Florero

For those wanting vibrant colour and robust performance, Dianella Florero is an outstanding candidate. This evergreen dianella offers lush, bright foliage and architectural lines, thriving in mass plantings, as a specimen, or even in containers.

How to Choose the Best Dianella for Your Space

When selecting dianella varieties for your garden, think about height, foliage colour, and preferred growing conditions. Most dianellas suit well-draining soils and adapt to a wide range of environments, including urban spaces and tough coastal spots. They are also loved for their low maintenance—just an occasional tidy-up keeps them looking their best.

Why Dianellas Are a Landscape Favourite

Dianella varieties bring more than just good looks. These hardy plants offer:

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