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Dierama latifolium

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

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Dierama latifolium plant details

Dierama latifolium is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dierama latifolium

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: cascading, container plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dierama latifolium

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dazzling, dramatic & exceptionally EASY, this is one of the TALLEST Dieramas around, growing to an impressive 5-6' high by 4-5' wide clump of focal pointy goodness. Blooming in Summer on delicate stems up to 6' long, with huge 3" long, delicate, pale pink pendulous bells, it's delightful arching over the edge of a bed or in a good sized container (5 gallons & up). Dieramas hail from the Eastern Cape of South Africa where rainfall occurs in the Summer, but they still thrive here in California. Once established, they're drought tolerant & evergreen, needing only occasional grooming (just pull the spent leaves & cut down faded flower stems, & top dress annually when the plants are in growth.) Especially heavy soils should be amended for drainage.

Gardening facts about Dierama latifolium plant

How to Grow Dierama latifolium

  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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