Overview
Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' is a matforming bedding in the genus Diascia, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' is a semi-evergreen, matforming cultivar of the Diascia genus, known for its dense mats of tidy leaves and racemes of cup- or bell-shaped blooms with two short spurs. This bedding and herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, favouring fertile, moist but well-drained loam with neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, and flower borders. Its season of interest spans summer and autumn, making it a versatile choice for extended seasonal colour.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Diascia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bedding, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae'
- Propagation
- Seed, softwood cuttings in spring, semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Slugs and snails may be a problem
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae'?
Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' need?
Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' hardy in the UK?
Diascia 'Strawberry Sundae' 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 'Strawberry Sundae'?
Seed, softwood cuttings in spring, semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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