Botanical Name: Common Names:
Dianella caerulea Little Jess Blue Flax Lily, Blueberry Lily, Paroo Lily, DCMP01,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting Clumping, Tufting
Description:
Dwarf, compact, clumping Dianella caerulea.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Any Loam, Sandy
Landscape Use(s)
Bird Attracting, Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Formal Garden, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Shady Garden, Container / Pot, Under Trees
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes: Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden and ensure crown or base of plant is not below soil or mulch level. If required, use a slow release fertiliser in Spring. Every 2-8 years cut back half the height to refresh the foliage.
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Liliaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High