Dianella brevipedunculataBlue Flax Lily

The Dianella brevipedunculata, or Blue Flax Lily, is a hardy, clump-forming perennial known for its strap-like, dark green foliage and small, star-shaped blue flowers. Blooming in spring and summer, the flowers are followed by attractive, glossy blue-purple berries that add a striking accent to the plant. Growing up to 0.6 metres, it is ideal for borders, mass planting, or as a groundcover in native or contemporary gardens.

Native to Australia, the Blue Flax Lily is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of landscapes.

Specifications

• Height0.4 to 0.6 metres
• Width0.4 to 0.8 metres
• Native toAustralia
• FoliageStrap-like, dark green leaves forming dense clumps
• Growth rateModerate

Conditions

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

Additional Features

• Flowers and BerriesStar-shaped blue flowers in spring and summer, followed by bright blue-purple berries
• UsesPerfect for borders, groundcover, erosion control, mass planting, or container gardening
• SpacingPlant 40 to 60 cm apart for dense coverage
• Low MaintenanceRequires little care; occasional trimming to remove old foliage
• Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and resilient
• Environmental BenefitsProvides food for birds and supports native ecosystems
• VersatilitySuitable for native, modern, and low-water garden designs

The Blue Flax Lily is a tough and ornamental plant, perfect for adding texture, colour, and native charm 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.