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Tasmanian Flax Lily

Dianella Tasmanica

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Overview

The Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella tasmanica) is an evergreen perennial with strappy, verdant green leaves that reach up to 3 feet in height and spread up to 2 feet wide. Its striking blue-purple flowers bloom in spring, leading to edible, metallic-blue berries. Ideal for mass plantings, this hardy species thrives in partial shade to full sun and adapts to a range of soils. Drought-tolerant once established; suitable for USDA zones 7-10.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 8–11Type Grass, Perennial

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — or within container gardens; often chosen for its attractive foliage and vibrant indigo berries

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Grass, Perennial
Family: Hemerocallidaceae

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Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — ranging in color from soft violet to a deep purple-blue; grass / perennial for full or half or shade

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — Drought-tolerant once established; suitable for USDA zones 7-10, image 32

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — making it a low-maintenance option for landscapes in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10; verdant green leaves that reach up

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — verdant green leaves that reach up to 3 feet in height and spread up to 2 feet wide; star-shaped flowers in the

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — verdant green leaves that reach up to 3 feet in height and spread up to 2 feet wide

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — each bloom approximately 0.75 to 1 inch across; is a striking evergreen perennial that adds a touch of elegance and

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — grass / perennial with blue blooms; or within container gardens

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — Dianella tasmanica thrives in full sun to partial shade

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a plant that offers both beauty and resilience

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — star-shaped flowers in the spring and summer

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — star-shaped flowers in the spring and summer; making it a low-maintenance option for landscapes in USDA Hardiness

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — ranging in color from soft violet to a deep purple-blue

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — the Flax Lily produces eye-catching

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — this hardy species is native to Tasmania and southeastern Australia

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — Often chosen for its attractive foliage and vibrant indigo berries

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — The Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella tasmanica) is an evergreen perennial with strappy; this hardy species thrives in

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — Its striking blue-purple flowers bloom in spring, leading to edible, metallic-blue berries

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a plant that offers both beauty and resilience; dark blue

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — verdant green leaves that reach up to 3 feet in height and spread up to 2 feet wide; star-shaped flowers, image 56

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — the Flax Lily produces eye-catching; the Flax Lily's robust nature allows it to resist common pests and diseases

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — Following the flowering season

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — Its striking blue-purple flowers bloom in spring, leading to edible, metallic-blue berries; dianella tasmanica

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — Dianella tasmanica thrives in full sun to partial shade; the Flax Lily produces eye-catching

Tasmanian Flax Lily (Dianella Tasmanica) — It requires well-drained soil but is relatively drought-tolerant once established

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