Dianella nigra

Also Known As

Inkberry

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

8a-10b

Dianella nigra plant details

Dianella nigra is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry in summer. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dianella nigra

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asphodelaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dianella nigra

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This imposing Lily relative is most spectacular when from a clump of 2' stiff-grass-like leaves it produces a 4-5' stalk of small white-tinged-purple flowers followed by porcelain-to-bright-blue-black fruits in late summer. PSh/Med (not dry) /Acid

By: Forestfarm

A Tasmanian irid, clumping to about 2-3 ft, with lustrous, shiny evergreen leaves tinged bronze and, in spring, airy, branched, flower clusters followed by stunning, cobalt fruit for summer and fall -- the most outstanding feature. This is a hardier species that for us has withstood well below 20F with little damage provided it has consistent moisture and protection from drying winds. Frost hardy to USDA zone 8.