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Dierama 'Fireworks'

Also Known As

  • Fireworks Angel's Fishing Rod

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Dierama 'Fireworks' plant details

Dierama 'Fireworks' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dierama 'Fireworks'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dierama 'Fireworks'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cross between D. dracomontanum and D. trichorhizum, producing bunches of small, purple-mauve bells. For well drained soils but does appreciate some summer water.
A hybrid of Dierama trichorhizum & D. dracomontanum that produces dense bunches of purple-mauve flowers on gently weeping stems.

Gardening facts about Dierama 'Fireworks' plant

How to Grow Dierama 'Fireworks'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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