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Smooth Flax Lily

Dianella Longifolia

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Overview

Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella longifolia) is an attractive, evergreen perennial, reaching heights of 2 to 3 feet with an equal spread. Its slender, arching leaves and delicate blue flowers add texture to garden borders. Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade and well-drained soils. This low-maintenance selection is drought-resistant once established, making it a practical choice for sustainable landscapes. Berries attract birds, enhancing biodiversity.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 8–11
Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella longifolia) is an attractive
Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — reaching heights of 2 to 3 feet with an equal spreadSmooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — Its slender, arching leaves and delicate blue flowers add texture to garden bordersSmooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade and well-drained soilsSmooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — This low-maintenance selection is drought-resistant once established

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Hemerocallidaceae

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Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella longifolia) is an attractive
Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — reaching heights of 2 to 3 feet with an equal spread
Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — Its slender, arching leaves and delicate blue flowers add texture to garden borders
Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade and well-drained soils
Smooth Flax Lily (Dianella Longifolia) — This low-maintenance selection is drought-resistant once established

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