This rhizomatous perennial has arching strap-like dark green leaves that form a clump. The upright branched inflorescence has nodding bluish star-shaped flowers that appear from late spring to summer followed by dark blue berries.

Hardiness zones 8 to 10

Dianella tasmanicais naturally found on the south-east coast of Australia from New South Wales, Victoria to Tasmania growing in sheltered moist positions.

It grows in well drained moderatly fertile light to heavy loams in a sunny to semi shade position and is frost and drought tolerant.

The Tasman Flax Lily is grown for its tufted habit, grass-like foliage and its dainty blue flowers. It is planted along front borders or mass planted around trees or on embankments and in garden beds. It is also used for edging or in pots and tubs. It establishes from division in 1 to 2 years and can be planted in roof gardens.ID 1026

Dianella(dee-a-NEL-la) tasmanica(tăz-MĂN-I-ka)

Xanthorrhoeaceae(zan-thor-RHO-AY-see-ee)