Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) (twinspur [Darla Rose '08]) — Matforming

Overview

Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) is a matforming bedding in the genus Diascia, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, hanging basket and patio and container plants.

About

Diascia Darla Rose '08' ('Dala Ros08' PBR) is a matforming semi-evergreen perennial in the Scrophulariaceae family, valued for its tidy leaves and racemes of cup-shaped pink blooms each with two short spurs. This twinspur cultivar thrives in full sun and sheltered positions, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained soils across a range of types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is well suited to cottage and informal gardens, city courtyards, hanging baskets, patios, and containers. Its season of interest spans summer and autumn, and it can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Diascia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H3

Plant details

Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Bedding, Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Matforming
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Hanging basket, Patio and container plants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR)

Propagation: Propagate by seed or from softwood cuttings in spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR)?

Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) need?

Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.

Is Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) hardy in the UK?

Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.

How do I propagate Diascia Darla Rose '08 ('Dala Ros08'PBR)?

Propagate by seed or from softwood cuttings in spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

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