Dierama pulcherrimum 'Ginny's Ultra Dark'

Also Known As

Ginny's Ultra Dark Angel's Fishing Rod

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 5'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-11

Dierama pulcherrimum 'Ginny's Ultra Dark' plant details

Dierama pulcherrimum 'Ginny's Ultra Dark' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer burgundy flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dierama pulcherrimum 'Ginny's Ultra Dark'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: iridaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 5 FT tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in summer
Uses: clumping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dierama pulcherrimum 'Ginny's Ultra Dark'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Culled from generations of seedlings, this very dark flowering, South African iris relative has deep burgundy flowers and stems to 5'. Wonderful on a bank where the flowers can reach out and be seen from below. The grass-like foliage is evergreen -- so it shouldn't be cut back -- and slowly forms a clump to 2-3' wide. Full sun and good drainage is best. Frost hardy to below 10 °F, into USDA zone 7.