DIANELLA
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DIANELLA
Commonly known as Turutu
All flower MAY-JUN
Genus of 25-30 species of variable. evergreen, rhizomatous perennials found in subtropical and temperate woodland, heath or more open areas in East Africa, Madagascar, eastern Asia, western Pacific and Australasia.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Good for mass planting or for groundcover. -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
New Zealand. -
EvergreenTufts of narrow, strappy foliage. Leaves are rough to the touch and 25-60cm (10-24in) long
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
40-60cm (16-24in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRhizomatous perennial.
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
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Herbaceous
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
40-60cm (16-24in)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Dianella - Growing Guide
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