Paroo Lily / Blue Flax - Dianella caerulea (Pokulbi) Seeds

Dianella caerulea - Paroo Lily
A hardy and long-lived native perennial with striking blue flowers and edible berries, perfect for bush food gardens and ornamental landscaping.

Quick Facts

• Height & Spread: Grows to 0.75 meters tall and spreads up to 0.4 meters across.
• Flowers: Star-shaped blooms range from pale blue to deep blue or purple.
• Fruits: Shiny blue berries, 7–12 mm long, with a sweet and nutty flavor.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained neutral to acidic soils.
• Position: Thrives in sunny to lightly shaded locations; suitable for sandy soils near creeks, heaths, and woodlands.
• Climate: Adaptable to tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate zones.

Why Grow Dianella caerulea?

Paroo Lily is a versatile plant offering ornamental beauty, bush food potential, and practical uses. Its hardy nature makes it ideal for a range of climates and garden settings, while its edible fruits and traditional uses add cultural and ecological significance.

Bush Food Note

Paroo Lily provides both edible fruits and roots:

• Fruits:
  • Sweet flavor that becomes nutty when seeds are chewed.
  • Can be eaten raw or cooked.
• Roots:
  • Rhizomes can be pounded and roasted for consumption.

Bush Medicine Note

The fruit juice was traditionally used to treat sea ulcers as an antiseptic.

• Application: Juice was applied to affected areas to combat infections caused by bacteria in salty water.

Disclaimer: Information about traditional bush medicine is provided for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional before use

Other Uses

• Basketry & Fibre:
  • Strong, silky fibers obtained from leaves are used in basket-making.
  • Leaves are versatile and durable for craft purposes.

How to Grow

1. Sowing Instructions:

   • Pre-soak seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water.
   • Sow seeds in spring in a greenhouse with gentle heat.

2. Position:

   • Plant in sunny to lightly shaded areas with well-drained soil.
   • Suitable for sandy soils near creeks and woodlands.

3. Care Tips:

   • Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
   • Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
   • Long-lived and low-maintenance once established.

Uses in Your Garden

• Bush Food Garden: Produces sweet berries and edible roots for culinary use.
• Ornamental Value: Striking flowers and glossy berries enhance garden aesthetics.
• Wildlife Habitat: Provides food and shelter for birds and insects.
• Crafting: Leaves yield strong fibers for basketry and other crafts.

Germination Tips

• Timeframe: Germination occurs within 1–3 months under optimal conditions.
• Temperature: Ideal germination temperature is around 25°C.
• Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Transplanting: Plant seedlings in their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Order Now

Add the resilient and versatile Dianella caerulea to your garden. With its edible berries, stunning flowers, and practical uses, Paroo Lily is a perfect choice for native gardens and bush food enthusiasts.

Order your Paroo Lily seeds today and enjoy the beauty and benefits of this remarkable Australian native!