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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.
The information provided on this page is based on research we have conducted about this plant in our nursery's library, from what we have found about it on reliable online sources, as well as from observations in our nursery of crops of this plant as well as of plants growing in the nursery's garden and those in other gardens. We will also incorporate comments received from others and welcome getting feedback from anyone who may have additional information, particularly if it includes cultural information that would aid others in growing Dianella ensifolia. |
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