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ornamentalFamily: AsphodelaceaeGenus: DianellaSpecies: tasmanica
Cultivar
Variegated Tasman Flax Lily
Dianella tasmanica 'Variegata'
Cultivar: Variegata
Dianella tasmanica 'Variegata' is a popular ornamental grass-like perennial celebrated for its striking variegated foliage. The sword-shaped leaves feature crisp cream-white margins that contrast beautifully against deep green centers, brightening up partially shaded areas. Perfect for borders, mass plantings, or high-end containers, this robust plant maintains a neat, clumping habit throughout the growing season.
A striking clumping perennial featuring elegant arching leaves with bold cream and green vertical stripes. This versatile flax lily adds a bright, modern architectural element to containers and shaded garden borders.
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Plant Detail
A closer look at the fruit, flower, foliage, or mature defining characteristics of this cultivar.
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Repotting / Start Growing
Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Partial shade to dappled sunlight.
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Water
Moderate water needs; allow soil to partially dry out between waterings. Drought-tolerant once established.
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Mature size
18-24 inches tall and wide.
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Hardiness
8-11
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial.
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Plant type
Perennial
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Best color intensity is achieved in bright, indirect light. Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch.
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Climate note
Prefers moderate temperatures; sensitive to prolonged freezing conditions.
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Flower / fruit
Produces loose spikes of small, star-shaped blue flowers followed by deep blue-violet berries; primarily grown for its foliage.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Partial shade to dappled sunlight.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy leaf production.
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Pruning
Remove old or damaged foliage at the base in early spring to refresh the plant's appearance.
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Care notes
Best color intensity is achieved in bright, indirect light. Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot climates to prevent leaf scorch.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
18-24 inches tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Clumping perennial.
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Spacing
18-24 inches apart.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Produces loose spikes of small, star-shaped blue flowers followed by deep blue-violet berries; primarily grown for its foliage.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
8-11
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Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures; sensitive to prolonged freezing conditions.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Moderate water needs; allow soil to partially dry out between waterings. Drought-tolerant once established.
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Soil
Well-draining, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic soil.
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Soil pH
5.5-6.5
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Excellent for containers where the cascading, arching form can be showcased. Use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix.
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Family
Asphodelaceae
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Foliage Look
Lush, variegated sword-like leaves with clean white and emerald green contrast.
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Foliage Rules
Must exhibit clear cream to white longitudinal stripes along the leaf margins; avoid solid green or solid white leaves.
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Fruit Flower Look
Small, delicate blue-violet flowers on slender, rising stalks.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers and berries are secondary; ensure foliage remains the primary focus in visual representation.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain the tight, clumping, grass-like form without excessive horizontal spreading.
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Mature Plant Look
Elegant, mounded, grass-like clump with bright variegated foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Forms a dense, rounded clump of long, linear, arching leaves; flower stalks emerge above foliage.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure consistent arching, sword-like leaf structure characteristic of Dianella.
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Plant Faqs
Does it need full sun? No, it prefers partial shade and bright, indirect light. Is it cold hardy? It is hardy in zones 8-11 and may require protection in frost-prone areas. How large does it grow? It reaches a mature size of about 2 feet tall and wide. Can it grow in containers? Yes, it makes an excellent, low-maintenance container plant.
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Root Look
Healthy, white, fibrous roots within a firm starter plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, moist, well-draining organic potting medium.
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Starter Stage
Small, upright green-and-white striped leaf blades emerging from a root plug.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Narrow, arching leaves with distinct cream striping; compact basal growth.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Variegated Flax Lily. This is Variegated Flax Lily, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this striking plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the bright, modern shade garden you want to create. Focusing on its defining ornamental trait, the elegant, sword-shaped leaves feature crisp cream and green vertical stripes that glow in partially shaded areas. Establish your starter by moving the small plug into a four-inch pot with well-draining mix, then move it to a final container or garden bed once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Dianella tasmanica Variegated Flax Lily Perennials Shade Garden Container Gardening Agardeni Variegated Foliage Garden Design
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the beauty of the Variegated Flax Lily, a standout perennial with vibrant striped leaves. Ideal for adding a touch of modern color to your shade garden or patio containers.
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Youtube Video Title
How to Grow Dianella tasmanica 'Variegata' Flax Lily
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