Dianella ‘Clarity Blue’

Dianella ‘Clarity Blue’
A splash of blue serenity for your Southern garden

Here at Wrights Market, tucked away in our cozy 1938 cottage, we treasure plants that bring calm, beauty, and a touch of the unexpected to everyday life. Dianella ‘Clarity Blue’ is one of those gems—offering slender, graceful foliage in a soft, silvery-blue-green hue that whispers peace and quiet strength.

Part of the Dianella genus, native to Australia and the South Pacific, this variety was thoughtfully selected for its striking blue-gray leaves and delicate lavender-blue flowers. It’s a hardy perennial that brings a cool, fresh tone to any garden space, reminding us of the gentle breezes and clear skies of Southern afternoons.

Where it grows best:
‘Clarity Blue’ thrives in USDA zones 8–11, loving full sun to part shade. It prefers well-drained soil but is adaptable to a range of garden conditions—from the dappled shade under large oaks to sunny borders or container gardens. Growing to about 2 feet tall and wide, it’s perfect for edging paths, filling in under shrubs, or adding graceful texture to mixed beds.

What it means:
Dianella plants symbolize serenity, clarity, and resilience—qualities that feel right at home in Southern gardens where patience and care nurture lasting beauty. ‘Clarity Blue’ invites you to slow down, take a breath, and appreciate the simple grace of nature’s soft colors.

Bloom time:
From late spring into early summer, it sends up delicate spikes of star-shaped lavender-blue flowers, which then give way to small, shiny blue berries. While the blooms are modest, they attract bees and butterflies, adding life and gentle movement to the garden.

Care instructions:

• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates sandy or loamy types

• Water: Moderate; keep soil moist but not soggy, drought-tolerant once established

• Pruning: Trim back old leaves in early spring to refresh growth

With its evergreen foliage and easy-going nature, Dianella ‘Clarity Blue’ is a low-maintenance, deer-resistant companion for gardens built on love and kindness.

Pairs beautifully with:
Mix ‘Clarity Blue’ with flowering Southern favorites like camellias, azaleas, or hydrangeas for contrast in color and texture. It also looks stunning alongside ornamental grasses, ferns, or heucheras. Plant near lavender or sage to create soothing, fragrant garden corners perfect for quiet moments.