Emerald Arch™ Dianella tasmanica ‘DT23’
- Majestic broad arching leaves
- Creates warm tropical feel for cooler climates
- Deep green foliage for most of the year
Emerald Arch™ Dianella tasmanica
Description: Emerald Arch™ Dianella is an ornamental flax lily distinguished by its majestic arching leaves. Flowering in the middle of spring and bearing a delicate blue yellow show of flowers. The Emerald Arch™ plant is suitable for shade and full sun, and grows well in most parts of New Zealand. It is an ideal choice to create a tropical feel in a landscape, using a very cold hardy plant.
Size: 50cm high x 50cm wide, flowers up to 1m.
Planting Density: 4-6 plants per m², 2-3 plants per linear metre.
Uses: A hardy versatile plant whose broad arching leaves create a tropical feel in the garden situation. Ideal as a foliage plant, mass planting, accent gardens, and low water requirement situations.
Position: Grows well in most parts of New Zealand, including regions that get to minus 10 degrees. Tolerates heavy shade to full sun.
Care: Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). In cool to temperate zones simply remove older leaves annually, use a fungicide if required. When planting, ensure Emerald Arch™ Dianella is planted no deeper than existing soil level to prevent covering the crown of the plant. Do not cover base of the plant with mulch or soil.
Where it works: North & South Island
GROWER KNOWLEDGE:
This website gives general information for the regions in New Zealand. For local information on which plants work in your area contact your local grower. Local grower knowledge is vital, this website is no substitute.
HEIGHTS:
Heights shown on the website are for general gardening conditions. In well maintained gardens, some plants will get taller.
