Dianella tasmanica 'Cherry Red'Cherry Red Dianella

The Dianella tasmanica ‘Cherry Red’, or Cherry Red Dianella, is a hardy evergreen perennial known for its striking foliage and vibrant accents. Its long, strap-like green leaves are complemented by bright cherry-red stems, creating a bold visual impact. In spring and summer, small blue flowers appear, followed by attractive blue berries. Growing up to 0.5–1 meter tall and wide, it is perfect for borders, mass planting, or adding color to pots and contemporary garden designs.

Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, this versatile plant thrives in a variety of conditions, making it an excellent choice for low-water and modern landscapes.

المواصفات

• Height0.5–1 meter
• Width0.5–1 meter
• Native toAustralia
• FoliageStrap-like green leaves with cherry-red stems; evergreen
• Growth rateModerate

الظروف

• SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types
• LightFull sun to partial shade
• WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions

خصائص إضافية

• FlowersSmall blue blooms in spring and summer
• BerriesBright blue berries provide seasonal interest and attract birds
• UsesIdeal for borders, mass planting, underplanting, or containers
• SpacingPlant 0.4–0.6 meters apart for mass planting or individual accents
• Low MaintenanceMinimal care required; trim dead foliage as needed
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and hardy
• Drought TolerancePerforms well in low-water gardens once established
• VersatilityComplements modern, native, and tropical garden styles

The Cherry Red Dianella is a stylish and resilient plant, perfect for adding striking color and texture to gardens and landscapes.

Project pedigree: This species has stood in Ornatec's drought, salt and frost tolerance palette since the 1990s. Read the tolerance catalogue record.