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Beginner
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0.7m
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1m
max. height |
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2-5 years
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1 hour care
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Botanical name: Dierama latifolium
Other names: Angels' fishing rods, Wandflower
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Genus: Dierama
Species: D. latifolium - D. latifolium is an evergreen perennial with grass-like leaves and in summer, it bears pendant pink or red, bell-shaped flowers, on slender, arching stems that move in the slightest breeze.
Dierama latifolium is: Evergreen
Flower: Pink, Red in Summer
Foliage: Green in All seasons
Habit: Arching, Clump-forming
Dierama latifolium (Angels' fishing rods) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 0.7m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Architectural, Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Flower Arranging, Waterside, Wildlife
Cultivation: Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in a sheltered spot in full sun. Particularly effective on the margin of ponds. Water freely during the growing season.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Moist but 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: |
Hardy (H4) |
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Question from
Sue Sunderland
I planted 3 Angels Fishing Rods in a mixed border last year.
Following the harsh winter, they are looking a little sorry for themselves and I can see no new growth on the plants.
Can anyone tell me if I supposed to cut them down?
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- Replies: 1
- Posted: Sat. 24th April 2010 09:23
- Last reply: Mon. 26th April 2010 19:22
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