‘Variegated Flax Lily’
FAMILY: Dianella
USES: Strong leaf colour, tropical effect. Does well as a border, edging plant, in containers, groundcover, around pools, courtyards and under canopied trees.
SIZE: Grows 0.3 – 1.0m tall with a 0.3-0.5m spread.
LOCATION: Full sun to light partial shade. Does well in coastal areas and interior regions with some protection from direct hot dry desert winds.
SOIL: Prefers an organically enriched fertile soil with a pH 6.1 – 7.5, mildly acidic to neutral.
FERTILISER: Apply a slow release 14:14:14 NPK in spring and autumn.
WATER: Keep soil moist. Moderately drought tolerant for short periods only. Does not accept over irrigation or waterlogging.
Wahat Al Sahraa Nurseries, Al Amardi St., Al Khawaneej, P.O. Box 37579, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
