DIERAMA PULCHERRIMUM 'PINK FAIRIES'
Description
Our newest and most spectacular dwarf hybrid for some time makes a tight clump of thin leaves from which arise, in early summer, short stems carrying terminal sprays of large, pendulous, brightest pink bells. This new range of dwarf dieramas is quite stunning, and they are perfect for planting alongside a pathway where they can be admired but will barely encroach, unlike their taller-spreading relatives.
Sowing Advice
Sow at any time 5mm deep in a warm spot outside or in a propagator at between 15 and 20 degrees C. Germination takes up to four months. Grow on individual grass-like seedlings in small pots. Keep frost-free and moist the first winter as dieramas are evergreen plants, and should be kept growing when young. Plant out young plants the following spring. Dieramas can be promiscuous, pollinating easily with other species and varieties. These seeds may produce some flower colours differing from the parent plants.
Key Facts
Family:Iridaceae
Common name:Angels' fishing rods
Classification:Hardy perennial
Height:60-70cm
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We love this evergreen perennial (in mild climates) for its outstanding and unusual display of pale pink to magenta to white flowers that hang along wiry stems like little 'fish' from a pole. The display will be particularly striking if situated against dark green shrubs, or near a pond or pool. The plant will grow to 4-5 ft tall when it has its wands, and flowers from early to late summer. Because it looks like a grass, one can combine them with ornamental grasses, blending into the landscape. Then when the flowering starts, it becomes the most decorative of the grass-like plants. This one is a bit challenging to grow, with the hardiness good to zone 8 & 9. Once it becomes established, it is 'good to go'! The color of the flowers may vary.
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Harvest the tall flower stalk in summer months for flower arrangements. Harvest seeds when ripe and sow immediately in the spring Sow during spring when temperatures start to increase. Sow to a depth of 3-5 mm, and space 20 cm apart in deep seed trays. Re-pot seedlings during their 2nd season. Plant out during 3rd season.How to harvest Angel's Fishing Rod
How to propagate Angel's Fishing Rod
Seed
Division
Only divide large clumps after the flowering period and replant immediately. Plant the corm-offsets at a depth of 4 cm and space them 20 cm apart.
Special features of Angel's Fishing Rod
Attracts birds
This species attracts small nectar drinking birds.
Attracts useful insects
It attracts bees, butterflies, and beetles.
Drought resistant
It requires water in the summer, but only needs very little.
Pot plant
Great for any large sized pot placed alongside a water feature.
Wet sites
Bulbs must be kept dry and out of water, but plants looks spectacular if placed next to a pond, lake, stream or river.
Other uses of Angel's Fishing Rod
Rock garden, wall or trellis. Suitable for coastal conditions.
Ornamental
Dierama is most effectively displayed on raised banks overhanging garden ponds, but can also be used in many other parts of the garden such as in rockeries or borders, provided it received sufficient sunlight.
About Dierama
DIERAMA ANGEL'S FISHING ROD, WANDFLOWER. In general, they like full sun in a well drained soil and perform best with ample summer water. They'll thrive in zones 8 and warmer in a rich soil like most other plants, but can potentially lose winter hardiness. Unfortunately Dierama are fickle, regardless if zone 7 or 8, and about 2/3 of our attempts to get them established in the ground failed. The best spot so far was our worst soil we could offer; rocky/sandy mixed in with dirt of lesser reputation. Absolute must is good drainage. If not sure, plant on a berm, the only way we can grow them. As far as taking the cold, we had some in 4" pots surviving 8°F with minimal protection. Either way, we recommend to experiment with lesser expensive Dierama first before you get into the more expensive selections.
Dierama pendulum
- Pot Size: 3 1/2"
- Height: 5-6ft.
- USDA Hardiness Zone:
7: 10ºF through 0ºF, 8: 20ºF through 10ºF, 9: 30ºF through 20ºF - Season:
June, July, August - Exposure:
Bright Sun, Sun, Light Shade
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Large bells in pink shades.