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Flax Lily (Dianella tasmanica) growing in South Florida
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Flax Lily — South Florida Plant Guide

Dianella tasmanica

Family: Asphodelaceae · Groundcover

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Usos en Paisajismo

groundcoverbordermass plantingfoundation edgingwildlife garden

Etiquetas de Estilo

contemporarynaturalisticflorida friendlylow maintenance

Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Requisitos de Agua

Low2/10

Once established (12–18 months), Flax Lily is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Low water once established. Water 1-2x per week in dry season — drought tolerant. Rainy season requires no supplemental irrigation.

Suelo y Fertilización

sandylimestoneloamwell drained

Fertilizer: Light balanced granular. Over-fertilization causes lush growth with weaker drought performance.

Schedule: February and September with light slow-release granular. Low fertilizer requirements.

Tolerancia a la Sal

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
12.5 ft
Ancho Maduro
1.53 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
moderate
Demanda de Agua
2/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$
Zonas USDA
8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
7/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Flax Lily grow in South Florida?

Flax Lily has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Flax Lily safe for pets?

Flax Lily is not safe for pets. Berries may cause GI upset in pets if ingested in quantity. Low risk in landscape settings.

How much water does Flax Lily need in South Florida?

Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Flax Lily is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Flax Lily tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Flax Lily has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Flax Lily available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Flax Lily is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Broward xeriscape and HOA groundcover programs.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Very good cold hardiness throughout Palm Beach County.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Used in Naples area drought-tolerant landscapes.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance — protected Keys sites.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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