DIERAMA pulcherrimum 'Blackbird'

Commonly known as Angel's fishing rod, Wandflower

Deep wine-purple flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Grass-like foliage.
  • Purple
    Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
    Wine purple
  • Height
    1m (39in)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennial
    Cormous perennial.
  • 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)
  • Full sun

DIERAMA pulcherrimum 'Blackbird'

 
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  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    None.
    Place of origin
    Zimbabwe, South Africa.
  • Flower Shape
    Bell/Lantern
    Tubular-bell-shaped 3-6cm (1¼-2½in) long
    Spikes
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus-rich
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Dierama - Growing Guide
1m (39in)
bulb/corm - guide for size not form Watering Can
  60cm (24in)
 

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