Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') (twinspur [Sun Chimes Red]) — Matforming

Overview

Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') is a matforming bedding in the genus Diascia, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') 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 Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') is a matforming cultivar of the Diascia genus, known as twinspur. These semi-evergreen perennials produce racemes of cup-shaped blooms with two short spurs, typically in pink hues. Suited to full sun and sheltered, south-facing positions, this cultivar thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, patios, containers, and flower borders, offering summer and autumn interest.

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 Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') 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 Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared')

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 Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared')?

Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') need?

Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') hardy in the UK?

Diascia Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared') 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 Sun Chimes Red ('Codiared')?

Seed, softwood cuttings in spring, semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

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