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DIERAMA 'Ripe Cherries'
Commonly known as Angel's fishing rod, Wandflower
Pendulous flowers in reddish pink to pale purple.
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Good to know
Shorter form from cross of alpine species -
Pests & Diseases
Trouble free -
Place of origin
South Africa. Drakensburg Mountains. Garden origin. UK. Plant World Seeds, Newton Abbot -
EvergreenGrass-like foliage
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet -
Red
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Bell/LanternBell-shaped
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
50cm (20in) -
Spread
10cm (4in) -
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) -
Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
Requires a sheltered site protected from strong winds
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