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Dianella tasmanica

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Tasman Flax Lily, Dianella tasmanica Flax Lily, Dianella tasmanica Plant, Dianella tasmanica Tasman Flax Lily, Carex tasmanica

Dianella tasmanica, commonly known as The Tasman Flax Lily, produces upright, strap-like leaves which are a rich, dark green and have a lush appearance. Flower stems rise above the foliage through spring to bear masses of delicate, blue flowers which result in blue berries. It grows to 1 m tall and the same wide in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Dianella tasmanica 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 included in cottage gardens.

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The average plant height is 20 cm
$17.57
The average plant height is 25 cm
$19.04

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Flax and Flax like
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring, Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Banks, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asTasman Flax Lily, Dianella tasmanica Flax Lily, Dianella tasmanica Plant, Dianella tasmanica Tasman Flax Lily, Carex tasmanica

Dianella tasmanica Details

Dianella tasmanica, commonly known as The Tasman Flax Lily, this herbaceous perennial is grown for its lovely foliage and flowers. It produces upright, strap-like leaves which are a rich, dark green and have a lush appearance. Flower stems rise above the foliage through spring to bear masses of delicate, blue flowers which result in blue berries. It typically grows to 1 m tall and the same wide, performing best when grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Dianella tasmanica is tolerant of dry periods, moderate frost, cool climates, some wind, and coastal environments. The Tasman Flax Lily 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 included in cottage gardens.

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