Dianella Caerulea 'Goddess'

Goddess Flax Lily / Goddess

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

Overview

Dianella ‘Goddess’ is a compact, ultra-reliable flax lily for South Australian gardens. It forms neat clumps of blue-green, strappy foliage year-round, then sends up purple-blue starry flowers in spring–summer, followed by decorative deep-blue berries. Perfect for low-maintenance borders, path edging, mass plantings and pots in coastal and Mediterranean climates.

Key Features

• Mature Size: 0.3-0.6 m H x 0.4-0.6 m W
• Growth Rate: 20-30 cm per year under good conditions
• Foliage: Blue-green strappy leaves in tidy, dense clumps
• Flowers: Purple-blue starry flowers with decorative berries
• Seasonal Interest: Reliable year-round structure with spring–summer bloom and long-lasting berries
• Wildlife Value: Supports pollinators; berries are a seasonal food for birds
• Tolerance: Drought-tolerant (once established), heat-tolerant, wind-tolerant; coastal-tolerant; light frost (protect from hard frost)
• 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
• 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
• Feature near entries, paths and outdoor living spaces; suitable for large pots

Why You Will Love It

Fast, reliable and beautifully tidy year-round. ‘Goddess’ delivers crisp blue-green foliage, cheerful seasonal flowers and berries, and excellent drought/heat tolerance — a high-value, low-effort choice for SA landscapes.