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Buy Dierama 'Tomato Red'

Also Known As

Dierama x 'Tomato Red'
Angel's Fishing Rods

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

8a-11

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Dierama 'Tomato Red' plant details

Dierama 'Tomato Red' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dierama 'Tomato Red'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dierama 'Tomato Red'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

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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