DIERAMA erectum
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DIERAMA erectum
Commonly known as Angel's fishing rod, Wandflower
Flowers on into the autumn with fluorescent pink bells
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
An unusual dierama, the last to flower. -
Pests & Diseases
None. -
Place of origin
Ethopia, central and southern tropical Africa, South Africa. -
EvergreenGrass-like foliage
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Bell/Lantern
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
1m (39in) -
Spread
60cm (24in) -
Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialCormous perennial. Close-packed clusters of flowers which are outward-facing, not pendent. Wands are stiff rather than arching.
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Herbaceous
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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 Size1m (39in)
60cm (24in)
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