Dianella tasmanica
Image by: Kevin Sparrow
A clump forming plant with strappy dark green leaves that grows between 0.6 and 1.5 metres tall. Small clusters of lavender to violet flowers with yellow stamens on branching stems are produced in spring to summer, followed by large blue berries. This easy to grow plant requires little work and is drought and frost tolerant. It prefers semi shaded position in the garden, but will also grow in full shade and is good for mass planting under large trees.
Form
WildflowerHeight
0.5-1m Flowering Time
- Spring
Plant Origin
Local Native Maintenance
- Low
Light
- Part Shade
- Shade
Water Requirement
LowTolerates
- Acidic Soils
- Dry conditions
- Heavy and Clay soil
- Lime / Alkaline Soil
- Sandy Soil
- Some Coastal Exposure
Biodiversity Benefits
- Birds
- Lizard Habitat
Natural Occurence
Vic/NSW/ACT/Tas Bush Tucker Plant
Yes