Dianella Tasmanica 'Wyeena'

Wyeena Flax Lily / Wyeena

Botanical Name: Dianella tasmanica ‘Wyeena’
Family: Asphodelaceae
Origin: Australia
Plant Type: Strappy grass-like perennial

Overview

‘Wyeena’ is a compact, variegated flax lily for South Australian gardens. It holds clean green-and-cream striped foliage year-round, then sends up purple-blue starry flowers in spring–summer with decorative deep-blue/purple berries. A brilliant low-maintenance choice to brighten shaded spots, edge paths and mass plant in coastal and Mediterranean climates.

Key Features

• Mature Size: 0.4-0.6 m H x 0.5-0.7 m W
• Growth Rate: 20-30 cm per year under good conditions
• Foliage: Variegated green with creamy-white stripes; dense, tidy clumps
• Flowers: Purple-blue starry flowers; decorative deep-blue/purple berries
• Seasonal Interest: Reliable year-round structure; spring–summer flowers and long-lasting berries
• Wildlife Value: Flowers support pollinators; berries provide seasonal bird interest
• Tolerance: Drought-tolerant (once established), heat-tolerant, wind-tolerant
  coastal-tolerant; light frost (protect from hard frost); clay-tolerant with improved drainage
• Planting Density: Mass planting: 2–3 plants per m²; Edges/drifts: 1–2 plants per linear metre
• Pet Friendly: Yes — generally non-toxic to pets (ingesting any plant may cause mild tummy upset)

Where It Works Best

• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade (colour/best leaf condition with some shade; give light afternoon shade inland)
• Soil: Well-drained loam, sandy loam or improved clay loam; avoid waterlogging
• Water Needs: Establishment: 2 deep soaks/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; monthly in winter if dry
• Maintenance: Mulch in spring; comb or cut back tired leaves in late winter; remove spent flower stems; light feed in early spring
• Lifespan: 15-25 years
• Climate Zones: Suited to temperate and Mediterranean SA gardens, including coastal areas
• Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline — adaptable

Landscape & Design Ideas

• Low edging and border drifts for a refined finish (not for tall privacy hedges)
• Mass plant for cohesive, low-maintenance ground-level structure and year-round brightness
• Feature near entries, paths and outdoor living spaces; suitable for large pots

Why You Will Love It

Fast, reliable and beautifully variegated year-round. ‘Wyeena’ lifts shaded areas, adds seasonal flowers and berries, and offers strong drought/heat/coastal resilience with minimal care — a high-value choice for SA landscapes.