Species

Dianella revolutaBlueberry Lily, Blue Flax-Lily, Black-Anther Flax-Lily, Spreading Flax-Lily

1 other cultivar

‘Little Rev’Little Rev Flax Lily, Blue Flax-Lily, Dwarf Flax Lily

grass

Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily

Dianella revoluta 'Baby Bliss'

The Story

Plant Bio

Dianella revoluta, commonly known as the black-anther flax-lily, is a rhizomatous evergreen perennial native across southern Australia's open forests and coastal woodlands. The species forms dense, upright tussocks of rigid, strap-like leaves and produces airy panicles of violet-blue flowers followed by glossy blue-purple berries.

'Baby Bliss' is a compact, highly uniform horticultural selection originating from New South Wales that reaches 25 to 30 centimetres in height. It is distinguished by its tight clumping habit and striking blue-grey, glaucous foliage with in-rolled leaf margins.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides year-round structural interest with its compact, blue-grey foliage fans and delicate spring flowers followed by glossy purple berries.

Functions as an exceptionally drought-tolerant, low-maintenance ground cover or border edger suitable for coastal and erosion-prone sites.

Attracts native bees and beneficial insects to the flowers, while the glossy berries provide food for small native birds.

SpeciesDianella revolutaBlueberry Lily, Blue Flax-Lily, Black-Anther Flax-Lily, Spreading Flax-Lily

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Grass

Height

12 inches

Width

12 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

8, 9, 10

Water

Low

Humidity

Low to Moderate

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Australia

Toxicity

Toxic if Ingested

Bloom period

Spring – Early summer

In flower about 3 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site with well-drained sandy, loamy, or clay-loam soil in full sun to partial shade.
Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball but of equal depth, ensuring the plant's crown will sit slightly above the surrounding soil level.
Backfill the hole gently, firming the soil around the roots without burying the base of the foliage fans.
Water thoroughly to settle the soil, and apply a thin layer of coarse mulch, keeping it clear of the immediate crown.

Pro Tip

Avoid burying the plant's crown beneath soil or heavy mulch layers, as deep planting traps moisture at the base and induces stem rot.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Clear dead or spent leaves individually by hand once a year to maintain a clean appearance.
Ensure the soil drains rapidly to prevent root rot in wet periods.
Apply a slow-release, low-phosphorus native fertiliser in spring if growth requires a boost.

Don't

Do not shear the plant back hard into old, leafless wood, as compact Dianella cultivars recover poorly from aggressive pruning.
Do not bury the crown with soil or heavy mulch during planting or maintenance.
Do not plant in low-lying areas prone to prolonged waterlogging.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Fertilize
Pest Check
Plant
Spring Cleanup

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Mass plantingBorder edgingCoastal gardensLow-maintenance commercial landscapesRock gardens

Companion Plants

Lomandra longifolia Westringia fruticosa Grevillea cultivars Anigozanthos species

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily questions

What zones can Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily grow in?

Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily is hardy in USDA Zones 8–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

When does Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily bloom?

Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily typically blooms in spring through early summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily need full sun?

Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Baby Bliss Flax Lily, Blue Native Flax Lily, Black-anther Flax-lily handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.