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    Dierama [dark violet]

    Also Known As

    • Dierama 'Dark Violet'

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 2'-3'
    • W: 1'-3'

    planting zones

    • 7b-11

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    Dierama [dark violet] plant details

    Dierama [dark violet] is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Dierama [dark violet]

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: iridaceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, cottage garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Dierama [dark violet]

    USDA Zones: 7b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Dierama hybrid ‘Dark Violet’, commonly called Angel’s Fishing Rod, is an evergreen, clumping perennial with narrow grasslike foliage and spectacular dark purple bell flowers dangling on tall, arching flower stems. This Summer bloomer prefers well-drained, dry sites.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Dierama [dark violet] plant

    How to Grow Dierama [dark violet]

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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