Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) (twinspur [Sundiascia Orange]) — Matforming

Overview

Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) is a matforming bedding in the genus Diascia, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) 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 Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') is a cultivar of Diascia, a genus of annuals and semi-evergreen perennials known for forming dense mats of tidy leaves. This matforming twinspur produces racemes of cup- or bell-shaped blooms, typically in pink hues with two short spurs. It is a semi-evergreen herbaceous perennial suited to full sun and sheltered, south-facing aspects with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, patios, containers, and flower borders, offering interest through summer and autumn.

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 Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) 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 Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series)

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 Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series)?

Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) need?

Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) hardy in the UK?

Diascia Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series) 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 Sundiascia Orange ('Sunjodiora') (Sundiascia Series)?

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

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