Dierama pulcherrimum [dark cerise]

Dierama pulcherrimum 'Dark Cerise' is a stunning, long-lived evergreen perennial with thin, arching, 30 to 42 inch long stems that produce showers of perfectly formed bells in a rich red-purple colour all summer long. The foliage is narrow and grass- or iris-like forming a bushy, clump 24-36 inches wide. Angel's fishing rods are beautiful at the edge, corner or possibly at a turning point in a path so you can stop and stare! They provide movement in the breeze like a grass and are a great see-through perennial that can be planted further forward in the border than you usually would a plant of its height. Likes a sunny spot with good drainage and extra summer moisture. Somewhat slow to bulk up but your patience will be rewarded. Attracts bees.

Thin stems gracefully bow from the weight of lovely, pendulous floral bells infused with dark cherry purple hues. The vivid pageantry dresses up a clump of narrow, tapered blades that's similar to the species.