Family Hemerocallidaceae
Originating from Australia, Tasmania

An evergreen perennial, resembling a small phormium, forming clumps of stiff, green, glossy, strap-shaped leaves with red bases. In winter the leaf takes on a much redder hue. Star-shaped, lavender blue flowers are produced on long red stalks in summer followed by deep purple/blue, metallic berries. Also excellent in containers.
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in sun/part shade. Mulch around base of plant in winter.

Height and spread after 2 – 3 years 50cm x 50cm
Mature height and spread after 5 – 6 years 60cm x 1m