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Dianella nigra
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
An evergreen perennial herb, forming very tight, compact, dense clumps of dull olive-green slightly drooping leaves. Spikes of nodding small white flowers turn to shiny blue berries. Prefers a site that does not dry out, sun or semi-shade. Tolerates some frost.
Dianella
Species
nigra
Cultivar
Blueberry, Turutu
Xanthorrhoeaceae
New Zealand
DETAILS
40 cm
50 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Evergreen
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Dry tolerant / Prefers even soil moisture
Prefers a semi-shaded site / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Indigenous / Sanctuary / Texture
Perennials
Small, height up to 0.6 metres.
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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