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Dianella Little Jess™ 140MM

Dianella caerulea DCMP01' 'Little Jess™'

I am Dianella Little Jess™. My family originated from South Eastern Australia.

Habit Strappy - Australian Native
Plant family Asphodelaceae
I am a hard working dwarf clumping Dianella with compact flowering canes that remain upright while in bloom. I produce masses of purple flowers from September to November. Thriving in full sun and tolerating fairly heavy shade I am one of the hardiest and drought tolerant of all Dianella varieties. I am particularly low maintenance requiring a good trim only every 8 years or so. Performing well mass planted I have many landscaping uses, either in challenging commercial locations including roadsides or in a manicured domestic display.
Caution: Harmful if eaten
I am popular and will make you happy because...
I produce blue flowers followed by purple berries in early spring on stems that remain upright
Adaptable I am just as happy growing in a pot or other container as I am planted out in the garden
Mass planted I am an excellent choice for exposed locations such as beside roads and paths
Features
Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI will thrive in full sun to heavy shade
Height: 0.4m Width: 0.4m(Size at point of sale approx. 35cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established
I perform well in almost all soils
Frost tolerance: Medium

Plant features

Coastal tolerant Blue Green flowers Varigaged Cream/green foliage Flowers Jan, Sep-Dec
Council planting lists On 1 council list

Listed in these Victorian councils' published plant lists.

  • City of Greater Dandenong

    Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Herb/grass, native) Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • In native and wildlife gardens
Tips for success

Hardy I am ideal for windy areas, exposed locations and coastal planting

Suggested spacing: 0.3m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

Planting & care

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Ongoing care

Low care once established. For the best garden appearance, cut back to half its height every 2–3 years; roadside plantings can be trimmed less often.

Watering, mulch, feeding and pruning
Ask your retailer for Dianella Little Jess™ by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Dianella Little Jess™

Dianella caerulea DCMP01' 'Little Jess™'

Mighty Tuff® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 140mm

Product code: DIALIJ14S

Bunnings Fineline: 0328140

Barcode: 9319711052774

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.