About
Dierama argyreum, angel's fishing rod, is a clump-forming, cormous perennial with narrow, semi-evergreen, grass-like foliage. In mid to late summer, tall, arching stems carry pendant, white, campanulate flowers opening from pale greenish-yellow buds, followed by decorative, silvery-brown seedheads. A beautiful and elegant wandflower for a sunny, well-drained border.
About the genus
Dierama, the wandflowers or African hairbells, are evergreen, clump-forming cormous perennials with long, narrow leaves and slender, arching stems bearing nodding, bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, mauve, purple or white in summer. Among the most graceful of all South African garden plants.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.