{"product_id":"baby-breeze™-dianella-compact-native-flax-lily-groundcover","title":"Baby Breeze™ Dianella | Compact Native Flax Lily Groundcover","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate dense, easy-care garden coverage with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaby Breeze™ Dianella\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a compact Australian native flax lily with deep green, strappy foliage and a naturally spreading habit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30–40cm high and 60–100cm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it gradually expands through underground rhizomes to form a low, leafy mat. This makes it particularly useful for borders, mass planting, erosion control and areas where a low line of sight is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue flowers provide seasonal colour and may be followed by decorative blue berries that attract birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact Australian native flax lily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense, dark green strappy foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow, spreading and mat-forming growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue flowers followed by ornamental berries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrows approximately 30–40cm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpreads approximately 60–100cm wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps cover exposed soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan reduce opportunities for weeds to establish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecovers well after renovation pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for full sun to moderate shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as Tubestock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as a healthy young \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etubestock plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ready for potting or planting into the garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plant supplied will be considerably smaller than the mature examples shown in product photographs. Plant height, leaf number and root development will vary naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTrade name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaby Breeze™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCultivar \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDianella caerulea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘DCNC3’ PBR\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact alternative to larger Dianella varieties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-maintenance landscaping plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpreads through underground rhizomes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark green foliage throughout most of the year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue flowers attract pollinating insects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBerries can provide interest for native birds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates drought once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandles coastal wind and reflected heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for sandy, heavy and periodically damp soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerforms across a wide range of Australian climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for residential and commercial landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden borders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMass groundcover planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-maintenance landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErosion control and soil stabilisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlopes and embankments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoadsides and verge planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAreas requiring low visibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRockeries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised garden beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanter boxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen roofs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlong fences and driveways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoastal gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant during spring or early summer for the fastest establishment. In mild climates, planting can also be carried out at other times when adequate water is available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a position in full sun to moderate shade. Dig a hole slightly wider than the root ball and plant at the same depth as the existing growing medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackfill gently, firm the soil around the roots and water thoroughly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor rapid, dense landscape coverage, plant approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6–10 plants per square metre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Wider spacing may be used where slower coverage is acceptable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply mulch around the plants to retain moisture and reduce weed growth, keeping the mulch clear of the crowns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow Baby Breeze™ in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull sun to moderate shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants grown in good light generally develop the densest growth. Moderate shade is suitable, although very dark positions may produce looser foliage and reduced flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaby Breeze™ adapts to a broad range of soil types, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSandy soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavier soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriodically damp ground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood drainage remains important, particularly in warm and humid climates. Avoid sites that remain deeply waterlogged for extended periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly while the plant establishes its root system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce established, Baby Breeze™ has good drought tolerance. Additional watering during prolonged hot or dry weather will help maintain lush foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow container-grown plants and raised beds to drain freely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a controlled-release fertiliser suitable for Australian native plants at planting time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished plants may be fed occasionally during active growth to improve foliage colour and density. Follow the fertiliser label directions and avoid excessive application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrim away damaged or untidy foliage whenever required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder planting areas can be rejuvenated by cutting the foliage back to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–5cm above ground level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Fresh growth will emerge from the established rhizomes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarry out hard pruning during suitable growing weather and provide water while the plant recovers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumid Climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn humid areas, provide good drainage and airflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid continually saturated soil, especially where plants receive limited sunlight. Water near the base rather than repeatedly wetting the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDianella caerulea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘DCNC3’ PBR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrade Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Baby Breeze™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Native Flax Lily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Asphodelaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen rhizomatous perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact, spreading and mat-forming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dense, dark green and strappy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ornamental blue berries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 30–40cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 60–100cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to moderate shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sandy, loamy, heavy or periodically damp soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate while establishing; lower once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 6–10 plants per square metre for rapid coverage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupply Format:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Young tubestock plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnd Use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Borders, mass planting, erosion control and low-maintenance landscaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe supplied product is a young plant, not a mature specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant size and foliage density will vary naturally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature dimensions depend on climate, soil, position and care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDense planting can discourage weeds but will not eliminate the need for weed control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue flowers and berries are seasonal and may not be present at dispatch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe berries are ornamental and are not supplied for consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaby Breeze™ is protected by Plant Breeder’s Rights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnauthorised commercial propagation is prohibited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct photographs may show established landscape plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large does Baby Breeze™ Dianella grow?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt generally reaches approximately 30–40cm high and spreads 60–100cm wide under suitable growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it work as a groundcover?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Baby Breeze™ spreads through underground rhizomes and gradually forms a dense mat of foliage, making it suitable for borders and mass groundcover planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill it completely prevent weeds?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo plant provides complete weed control. Its dense growth can cover exposed soil and reduce opportunities for weeds to establish, especially when planted closely and combined with mulch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Baby Breeze™ grow in shade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt grows in full sun to moderate shade. Very deep shade may result in less-dense foliage and fewer flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it drought tolerant?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, once established. Young plants should be watered regularly until their root systems have developed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be cut back?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Tired or damaged foliage can be cut back to approximately 3–5cm above the ground. Established rhizomes will produce fresh growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for coastal gardens?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Baby Breeze™ tolerates coastal winds, sandy soils and reflected heat once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill the supplied plant have flowers or berries?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot necessarily. The product is supplied as a young tubestock plant. Flowering and berry production occur as the plant matures and will depend on season and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45989395071029,"sku":null,"price":8.6,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/4_59013a29-6a4b-445d-8b9c-d43927ba0c2c.jpg?v=1789100132","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/baby-breeze%e2%84%a2-dianella-compact-native-flax-lily-groundcover","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}