little jess dianella
Little Jess Dianella is a compact, evergreen clumping perennial famed for its tidy form, striking strap-like foliage, and reliability in a wide range of New Zealand gardens. Belonging to the popular Dianella family, Little Jess stands out with its vibrant green leaves edged in purple tones, and delicate sprays of bluish flowers in spring and early summer. This adaptable plant thrives in full sun to part shade, tolerates drought once established, and performs admirably in both coastal and inland settings. If you’re looking for a hardy, low-maintenance landscaping solution, or a lush ground cover with year-round interest, Little Jess Dianella is an exceptional option.
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, blue berries follow the flowers. It grows to 40 cm tall and the same wide in full sun or partial shade.
- 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
