Dianella caerulea ‘Cassa Blue’ – Cassa Blue Flax Lily
Dianella caerulea ‘Cassa Blue’ for Sale Melbourne
Dianella caerulea ‘Cassa Blue’ is a compact Australian native strappy plant admired for its vibrant blue-green foliage, tidy clumping habit and outstanding landscape performance. Bred for durability and year-round appeal, this hardy variety produces attractive blue flowers followed by brilliant metallic blue berries, adding seasonal colour and wildlife interest. Ideal for borders, mass planting, pathways, native gardens and decorative pots, Cassa Blue thrives in Melbourne’s climate and tolerates heat, drought and a wide range of soil conditions once established. Its neat growth habit makes it a perfect choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Dianella caerulea ‘Cassa Blue’ |
| Common Name | Cassa Blue Flax Lily |
| Plant Type | Evergreen Australian native strappy plant |
| Mature Height | 40–60cm |
| Mature Width | 40–60cm |
| Position | Full sun to partial shade |
| Water Requirements | Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Foliage | Fine blue-green strap-like leaves |
| Flowers | Delicate blue flowers in spring and summer |
| Fruit | Brilliant metallic blue berries |
| Best Uses | Borders, mass planting, pathways, native gardens, pots, commercial landscapes and erosion control |
Why You’ll Love Dianella caerulea ‘Cassa Blue’
Dianella ‘Cassa Blue’ is an outstanding landscaping plant that combines elegant evergreen foliage with seasonal flowers and colourful berries. Its naturally compact, tidy habit makes it ideal for edging pathways, filling garden beds and creating low-maintenance native landscapes. Pair it with Lomandra, Kangaroo Paw, Westringia, Correa and Myoporum for a modern Australian planting scheme filled with texture and year-round interest. Hardy, versatile and easy to maintain, Cassa Blue performs beautifully in gardens of every size.
| Why You’ll Love It | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Compact Australian native | Perfect for borders, edging and smaller gardens |
| Blue-green evergreen foliage | Provides year-round texture and colour |
| Blue flowers and metallic blue berries | Adds seasonal beauty and attracts wildlife |
| Drought tolerant | Ideal for low-water Australian landscapes |
| Versatile landscaping plant | Excellent for mass planting, pots and commercial projects |
| Low maintenance | Easy to grow with minimal ongoing care |
