Overview
Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' is a bushy perennial in the genus Dierama, part of the Iridaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, flower borders and beds and banks and slopes. It is native to Southeastern Cape Provinces of South Africa.
About
Dierama pulcherrimum, angel's fishing rod, is a species of flowering plant in the iris family Iridaceae, native to the southeastern Cape Provinces of South Africa. Growing to 1.5 m (4.9 ft) tall by 0.5 m (1.6 ft) broad, it is an arching evergreen perennial with drooping rosy pink bell-shaped flowers in summer.
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About the genus
Dierama is a genus of flowering plants in the family Iridaceae. Common names include hairbells, angel's fishing rod, fairybells, and wandflowers in English and grasklokkies in Afrikaans. They are native to Africa, with most occurring in the southern regions of the continent.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dierama
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Flower borders and beds, Banks and slopes
- Native to
- Southeastern Cape Provinces of South Africa
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells'
- Cultivation
- Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from strong winds. Water moderately during growing season.
- Pruning
- Cut back dead flower stems after flowering to maintain appearance.
- Propagation
- Seed, Division of corms
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells'?
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Protect from strong winds. Water moderately during growing season.
Where is the best place to plant Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells'?
Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' need?
Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How do I prune Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells'?
Cut back dead flower stems after flowering to maintain appearance.
Is Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' hardy in the UK?
Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackberry Bells'?
Seed, Division of corms.