Dianella nigra - NZ Blueberry, Turutu
The NZ Blueberry or Turutu is a hardy tufted plant that resembles a small, fine-leaved flax. Found across New Zealand in open forests and on banks from sea level to 760m, this species grows to about 60 cm high. It produces insignificant flowers from late spring to summer, followed by its most ornamental feature: its berries. These berries range from dark purple to blue and can sometimes be pale in colour, offering an attractive display.
It grows in sun or semi-shade and thrives in various soil conditions. It prefers a moist, well-drained site but is also adaptable to drier conditions in humid areas. This plant is ideal for use as ground cover or as a general garden plant.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, sun, and drought
• Endemic Distribution: Found throughout the North and South Islands
Specifications:
• Height: 0.3m
• Flowering: November – December, with green or white flowers
• Fruiting: December – May, producing glossy dark purple to blue berries
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant
• Bee food
• Flowers
• Landscaping
The NZ Blueberry makes an excellent addition to gardens, especially as a ground cover or pioneer planting, while offering attractive berries that benefit wildlife.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
The NZ Blueberry or Turutu is a hardy tufted plant that resembles a small, fine-leaved flax. Found across New Zealand in open forests and on banks from sea level to 760m, this species grows to about 60 cm high. It produces insignificant flowers from late spring to summer, followed by its most ornamental feature: its berries. These berries range from dark purple to blue and can sometimes be pale in colour, offering an attractive display.
It grows in sun or semi-shade and thrives in various soil conditions. It prefers a moist, well-drained site but is also adaptable to drier conditions in humid areas. This plant is ideal for use as ground cover or as a general garden plant.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, sun, and drought
• Endemic Distribution: Found throughout the North and South Islands
Specifications:
• Height: 0.3m
• Flowering: November – December, with green or white flowers
• Fruiting: December – May, producing glossy dark purple to blue berries
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant
• Bee food
• Flowers
• Landscaping
The NZ Blueberry makes an excellent addition to gardens, especially as a ground cover or pioneer planting, while offering attractive berries that benefit wildlife.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
The NZ Blueberry or Turutu is a hardy tufted plant that resembles a small, fine-leaved flax. Found across New Zealand in open forests and on banks from sea level to 760m, this species grows to about 60 cm high. It produces insignificant flowers from late spring to summer, followed by its most ornamental feature: its berries. These berries range from dark purple to blue and can sometimes be pale in colour, offering an attractive display.
It grows in sun or semi-shade and thrives in various soil conditions. It prefers a moist, well-drained site but is also adaptable to drier conditions in humid areas. This plant is ideal for use as ground cover or as a general garden plant.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, sun, and drought
• Endemic Distribution: Found throughout the North and South Islands
Specifications:
• Height: 0.3m
• Flowering: November – December, with green or white flowers
• Fruiting: December – May, producing glossy dark purple to blue berries
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food / Attractant
• Bee food
• Flowers
• Landscaping
The NZ Blueberry makes an excellent addition to gardens, especially as a ground cover or pioneer planting, while offering attractive berries that benefit wildlife.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $6 each | 9 for $45
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $12 each | 5 for $50
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $24 each | 4 for $80
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside of these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”