Dianella Margaret Pringle

Name: Dianella Margaret Pringle - 2.5 litre container
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 13414f
Price: 19.04 NZD
Availability: InStock

Dianella nigra Margaret Pringle, Blue Flax Lily Margaret Pringle

Dianella nigra Margaret Pringle bears spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring which are followed by small, blue berries in summer. These are held neatly above the variegated, strap-like leaves which are coloured yellow and green. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and the same wide. This easy to grow plant is commonly included in a mixed planting or border, used in cottage gardens, or mass planted either on a bank or as a groundcover.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Flax and Flax like
Height:	50 cm
Spread:	50 cm
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:	Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Dianella nigra Margaret Pringle, Blue Flax Lily Margaret Pringle

Dianella Margaret Pringle Details

Dianella nigra Margaret Pringle is a lovely NZ native Flax Lily that is grown for both its foliage and flowers. In spring it bears spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers which are followed by small, blue berries in summer. These are held neatly above the variegated, strap-like leaves which are coloured yellow and green. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and the same wide and has storage roots that enable it to survive a wide range of environmental conditions. It grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Dianella Margaret Pringle is hardy to frost, coastal environments, dry periods, and cold climates. This easy to grow plant is commonly included in a mixed planting or border, used in cottage gardens, or mass planted either on a bank or as a groundcover.