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| Category: Grass-like |
| Family: Phormiaceae (~Xanthorrhoeaceae) |
| Origin: Asia, Southeastern (Asia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Blue |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Height: 4-6 feet |
| Width: 2-4 feet |
| Exposure: Light Shade/Part Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Dianella ensifolia (Umbrella Dracaena) - This plant is quite different from the other Dianella that we grow, looking more like bamboo with tall (4 to 6 feet) cane-like stems that are topped with fans of short strap-shaped leaves. The flowers are a pale lavender blue and are followed by small round blue fruit. Although a little harder to use in the garden because of its size, it is a must as a curiosity or specimen plant. Plant in the shade or in morning sun and water occasionally. Has proven hardy to at least 18° F. We have grown this interestingly attractive plant since 1994.
Information displayed on this page about Dianella ensifolia is based on the research conducted about it in our library and from reliable online resources. We also note those observations we have made of this plant as it grows in the nursery's garden and in other gardens, as well how crops have performed in our nursery field. We will incorporate comments we receive from others, and welcome to hear from anyone who may have additional information, particularly if they share any cultural information that would aid others in growing it.
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