Dianella tasmanica ‘Little Devil’ Native Flax
A lovely compact Dianella that is distinguished by an attractive red tinge to the base of the leaves. Flowers are not a prominent feature when they appear in spring. Good plant for borders, pots or as an accent plant. Has attractive purple berries in summer.
- Dianella tasmanica ‘Little Devil’
- Dianella tasmanica ‘Little Devil’
- Dianella tasmanica ‘Little Devil’
Scientific Name: | Dianella tasmanica |
Family: | Xanthorrhoeaceae |
Common Name: | Native Flax |
Plant Type: | Grass or grass-like |
Height: | 0.6 metres |
Width: | 0.6 metres |
Flower Colour: | Blue |
Flowering Time: | Spring |
Ph Level: | Mildly acid, Neutral, Mildly alkaline |
Soil Type: | Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix |
Plant Environment: | Low maintenance garden, Courtyard, Poolside, Container growing, Coastal garden, Drought resistant |
Climate Zone: | Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean |
Light: | Sunny, Light shade |
Growth Habit: | Evergreen |
Lifespan: | Perennial |
Soil Moisture: | Dry, Well-drained |
Special Uses: | Decorative fruit, Erosion control, Fast growing |
Attracts Wildlife: | Bees, Seed eating birds |
Angus recommends Bush Tucker fertilizer for this plant.