Dianella tasmanica 'Variegata' (Variegated Flax Lily, White Striped Tasmania Flax Lily)
Botanical Information
Family | Asphodelaceae |
Genus | Dianella |
Species | tasmanica |
Cultivar | 'Variegata' |
Category | Annuals, Perennials, Tropicals |
Origin | Native to Tasmania and southeastern Australia. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 to 11 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 - H1c |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 60 - 145 cm |
Spread | 60 - 100 cm |
Flowering Period | February, March, April |
Description and Growing Information
ID Characteristic | Mixed plantings, borders, containers, mass planting, groundcovers, and specimen plant. |
Shape | Upright forming clumps arising from rhizomes. |
Propagation | By division of clumps. |
Cultivation | Grow in partial shade for best colouring, but it will tolerate full sun, and will grow on a variety of well-drained soils. |
Pests | Scale, flax lily rust, powdery mildew, leaf spot. |
Notable Specimens | Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America. |
Leaf Description | Narrow, strap-like leaves can reach 90 cm long, and individual plants can reach 60 - 145 cm tall. |
Flower Description | The flowering stalks are held above the foliage and sport a panicle of small (1 -2 cm in diameter) bluish flowers with prominent yellow stamens. |
Fruit Description | Showy olive-sized bright blue berries. |
Texture Description | 'Variegata' is a popular cultivar noted for its white and green variegated foliage. |