Dianella caerulea - Blue Flax Lily
An elegant evergreen perennial bringing year-round interest with its graceful strappy foliage, delicate blue flowers, and striking decorative berries. This Australian native adds sophisticated texture and colour to modern planting schemes.
Seasonal Highlights
Spring and summer bring clusters of small starry blue flowers held above the foliage. By late summer and autumn, these transform into eye-catching bright blue berries that persist into winter, attracting birds and adding seasonal interest.
Key Features
- Year-round strappy evergreen foliage
- Delicate blue starry flowers
- Striking bright blue decorative berries
- Hardy to -5°C
- Excellent for containers
- Low maintenance
Perfect For
Contemporary borders, coastal gardens, container planting, and mixed perennial schemes. Ideal as a textural accent plant or in mass plantings for ground cover. Works beautifully in gravel gardens.
Growing Tips
Plant in sun or partial shade in moist but well-drained soil. Tolerates sandy conditions. Provide protection in cold areas or grow in containers that can be moved. Remove old flower stems after berries finish. Water during dry periods.
Looks Great With
Combines beautifully with ornamental grasses, sedges, or ferns. Partners well with silver foliage plants or contrasting purple heucheras. Stunning alongside white-flowering perennials.
A sophisticated choice for adding architectural interest, delicate colour, and unique berry display to contemporary and coastal planting schemes.