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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Flaxes
Height:75 cm
Spread:60 cm
Flowering time:Spring, Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
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Sku19116

Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' is a graceful evergreen plant with rich green strappy foliage that creates a lush fountain like effect in NZ gardens. Its tidy clumping habit makes it a versatile choice for borders, mass planting, patio pots, and modern landscape designs. The flowing leaves add year round structure and movement, while the easy care nature makes this plant well suited to busy gardens. Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' performs best in sun or part shade with free draining soil. Choose it for dependable foliage, a polished appearance, and an attractive low maintenance planting solution.

How to grow Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' in NZ

Grow Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' in full sun to part shade in a position with free draining soil. It adapts well to garden borders, banks, containers, and mass planting, provided water can drain away after rain. Dig a hole slightly wider than the root ball, plant at the same depth as the nursery pot, and water well after planting. Apply mulch around the base to retain moisture while keeping it clear of the foliage. Water regularly during establishment. Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' is a hardy choice for creating long lasting structure in a wide range of NZ garden settings.

Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' care tips

Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' is low maintenance once established. Water during extended dry periods, particularly through the first growing season and when plants are in containers. Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring to support healthy green foliage and fresh growth. Remove old, damaged, or browned leaves at the base to keep clumps tidy, taking care not to cut into the growing centre. Divide mature clumps in spring if they become crowded or if more plants are wanted. Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' benefits from occasional grooming and good drainage rather than frequent attention.

Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' size, spacing, and growth rate

Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' typically grows about 60 cm to 80 cm tall and wide, forming a dense rounded clump with flowing green foliage. Space plants about 60 cm to 80 cm apart for individual plants to develop fully, or closer for a quicker mass planted effect. It has a moderate growth rate and gradually forms a substantial clump when given moisture and nutrients during establishment. In containers, allow room for the root system to expand and repot when needed. Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' is a useful manageable size for borders, paths, and decorative patio pots.

Landscaping uses for Dianella 'Emerald Fountain'

Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' is ideal for adding evergreen texture to borders, driveways, pathways, banks, and contemporary garden designs. Plant it in groups for a lush repeated effect, or use individual plants to soften hard edges around paving, retaining walls, and outdoor living areas. Its fountain shaped foliage works beautifully with flowering perennials, shrubs, and architectural plants, providing a calm green backdrop throughout the year. It also suits large pots beside entrances and patios. Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' brings structure, movement, and low maintenance appeal to gardens of many different styles.

Why buy Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZ's most trusted plant nursery, supplying quality plants and practical growing advice throughout New Zealand. Our Dianella 'Emerald Fountain' plants are NZ grown and selected for healthy growth, helping you create a lasting foliage display with confidence. We take care with plant quality and packing so your order arrives in excellent condition and ready to plant. Order online for fast delivery and free shipping on qualifying orders over $150. Choose The Plant Company for premium plants, dependable service, and an easy way to add evergreen structure to your garden, patio, or landscape project.

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