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 to 1 metre tall and wide, it is perfect for borders, mass planting, or adding colour 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.
Specifications
- Height0.5 to 1 metre
- Width0.5 to 1 metre
- Native toAustralia
- FoliageStrap-like green leaves with cherry-red stems; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- 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
Additional Features
- 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 to 0.6 metres 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 colour 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.