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Item ID: 3875
Genus: Dianella
Plant Lists: Drought Tolerant
Plant Type: Flowering, Foliage
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Dianella intermedia
“Turutu”
(syn. Dianella nigra) 

photo:Terje Hartberg

Vivid deep purple shiny berries dangle from 24” stems after a Summer bloom of little starry pale violet flowers.  Hailing from Lord Howe Island & Norfolk Island, it’s an evergreen cousin to Phormium & just as tough. Growing to 2’-3’ tall & wide, it’s a clumper, sporting handsome, strappy, shiny green leaves. Completely drought tolerant once established it only needs an occasional water to keep it looking pretty. Windy conditions & salt spray are no problem, making it a great coastal option. Prefers well drained soil.

Megan
Plant Nerd


Sun(coast)/Pt. Shade
Avg/Low Water

drought tolerant
Perennial
USDA Zones 9-11

Item ID: 3875
Genus: Dianella
Plant Lists: Drought Tolerant
Plant Type: Flowering, Foliage