Dierama Barr hybrids

Also Known As

Dierama 'Barr's Hybrid'
Dierama 'Barr's Hybrids'
Barr Angel's Fishing Rod
Barr's Hybrid Angel Fishing Rod
Barrs Hybrid Fairy Wand

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Dierama Barr hybrids plant details

Dierama Barr hybrids is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with blue foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - low 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 Barr hybrids

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dierama Barr hybrids

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This cross of D. dracomontanum and D. pulcherrimum originated at Broadleigh Gardens, England. 'Barr's Hybrid' offers relatively large, pendant flowers in a wide range of reds, purples, pinks and mauves.