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Dierama pulcherrimum [brick red]

Also Known As

  • Angel's Fishing Rod
  • Wand Flower

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 5'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 7a-10a

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Dierama pulcherrimum [brick red] plant details

Dierama pulcherrimum [brick red] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dierama pulcherrimum [brick red]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dierama pulcherrimum [brick red]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We originally got this South African iris relation from Far Reaches Nursery in Port Townsend WA. Orangy-red flowers on stems to 2-3 ft. Grass-like foliage is evergreen (don’t cut back) and will slowly form a clump to 2-3 feet across. Full sun and good drainage and occasional summer water where dry. Hardy to below 10F. USDA zone 8a

Gardening facts about Dierama pulcherrimum [brick red] plant

How to Grow Dierama pulcherrimum [brick red]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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