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DIANELLA tasmanica 'Tas Red'
Commonly known as Tasmanian flax lily
Broad, shiny green leaves, tinged red in winter. Deep red flower stems carry blue flowers followed by blue berries
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Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
Southeastern Australia, Tasmania -
EvergreenStrap-shaped, stiff, rough-margined leaves to 1.2m (4ft) long
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Blue
With yellow anthers -
PaniclesBranching panicles to 60cm (24in) long
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Star-shapedTo 2cm (¾in) long
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
1.2 (4ft) -
Spread
45cm (18in) -
Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRhizomatous perennial. Tufted perennial.
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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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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
Shelter from cold winds -
Partial shade
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Mature Size1.2 (4ft)
45cm (18in)
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