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DIERAMA igneum
Commonly known as Angel's fishing rod, Wandflower
Needs a sunny sheltered position. Red-pink flowers, grass-like foliage
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
South Africa (Eastern Cape, Natal) -
EvergreenNarrow, linear, mid-green leaves to 90cm (36in) long.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Red pink -
Bell/LanternBell-shaped to 5cm (2in) long
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Spikes
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
To 1m (39in) -
Spread
50cm (20in) -
Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialCompact, clump-forming, cormous perennial. Produces long, pendulous spikes with 4-11 flowers per branch
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
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Mature Sizeto 1m (39in)
50cm (20in)
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