Botanical Name: Common Names:
Dianella revoluta Little Rev Black Anther Flax Lily, Blueberry Flax Lily, Spreading Flax Lily, DR5000,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Grasses, Strappy & Tufting Clumping, Tufting
Description:
Little Rev™ Dianella is a very hardy plant with beautiful blue-grey foliage and great architectural form. This makes it perfect for commercial and residential modern landscapes. Recent wet periods have shown it is best planted in raised or flat landscapes. Masses of small purple flowers from October to November. Grows approx 40cm H and 40cm W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Erosion Control, Groundcover, Low Water Garden, Park And Gardens, Playgrounds, Rockery, 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 (chunky mulch is recommended). Ensure crown or base of plant is not below soil or mulch level. If required use slow release fertiliser in spring. Every 3-5 years cut back to 1/3 the height (will look better with pruning every 3 years, this depends on your requirements). Do not excessively irrigate. Where it works: ACT, VIC, SA, WA, TAS & NSW (must have good free draining soil for Sydney).
Plant Care
Low phosphorus slow release fertiliser
Family Name: Origin:
Xanthorrhoeaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Blue, Grey
Flower Colour: Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: High
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