Plant in the shade or in morning sun and water occasionally. Has proven hardy to at least 18° F. Although a little harder to use in the garden because of its size, it is a must as a curiosity or specimen plant.

Dianella ensifolia is a terrestrial plant grows in grasslands, or primary rainforests in tropical areas from southern China, India, Japan, Madagascar, Malesia and Pacific Islands. The genus is named after Diana, the Roman goddess, of hunting and Queen of the woods and the specific epithet is from Latin words meaning "sword" and "leaves" in regard the sword-shaped leaves of the plant. We have grown this interestingly attractive plant since 1994. 

The information about Dianella ensifolia displayed on this web page is based on our research conducted in the nursery's horticultural library and from reliable online resources. We also include observations made about it as it grows in our nursery gardens and other gardens we have visited, as well how the crops have performed in containers in our nursery field. We will also incorporate comments we receive from others and welcome hearing from anyone with additional information, particularly if they can share cultural information that would aid others in growing this plant.