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Beginner
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0.1m
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0.6m
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2-5 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Dichelostemma ida-maia 'Pink Diamond'
Other names: Firecracker flower 'Pink Diamond', Dichelostemma ida maia 'Pink Diamond'
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Genus: Dichelostemma
Variety or cultivar: 'Pink Diamond' _ 'Pink Diamond' is a bulbous perennial with arching linear leaves. In early summer, it bears heads of pendant, tubular pink flowers tipped with yellow-green.
Dichelostemma ida-maia 'Pink Diamond' is: Deciduous
Flower: Pink in Summer
Foliage: Green in Summer
Habit: Erect
Dichelostemma ida-maia 'Pink Diamond' (Firecracker flower 'Pink Diamond') will reach a height of 0.6m and a spread of 0.1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Cottage/Informal, Drought Tolerant, Flower Arranging, Gravel, Low Maintenance
Cultivation: Grow in fertile, but well-drained soil. in a sunny, sheltered position. Add grit to heavy soils to improve drainage. Water during any dry spells whilst in active growth but allow the plant to dry out after flowering. Protect from frost
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Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |
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Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Full Sun |
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South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Tender in frost (H3), Hardy (H4) |
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