Overview
Dierama pumilum 'Titania' is a perennial in the genus Dierama, part of the Iridaceae family. Dierama pumilum 'Titania' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. It is native to South Africa.
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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In the garden
Dierama pumilum 'Titania' is a South African perennial in the iris family (Iridaceae) and carries the common names Venus' Fishing Rod and Wandflower. Its origins in South Africa inform its preference for a sunny or lightly shaded site and soils that drain freely while retaining some moisture through the growing season. Plant in a position that receives full sun or partial shade and give a soil that is well drained but not allowed to dry out completely; free-draining loam with consistent moisture suits it better than heavy, clay soils that stay waterlogged. Avoid sitting crowns in persistently wet winter ground and ensure good surface drainage at planting time. In the UK it is best placed where summer flowering stems will be visible — the middle or back of a mixed herbaceous border or in a naturalistic drift. Expect flowering from July to September. After blooming, remove spent flower stalks to keep the clump tidy and allow the foliage to settle back before any late-season tidying.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dierama
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moist
Plant details
Dierama pumilum 'Titania' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Native to
- South Africa
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dierama pumilum 'Titania'
- Propagation
- seed,division
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dierama pumilum 'Titania'?
Dierama pumilum 'Titania' prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Dierama pumilum 'Titania' need?
Dierama pumilum 'Titania' grows best in well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I propagate Dierama pumilum 'Titania'?
Seed,division.
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More in the Dierama genus
- Dierama pulcherrimum 'Blackbird'angel's fishing rod 'Blackbird'
- Dierama pulcherrimum 'Jay'Angel's Fishing Rod
- Dierama pulcherrimum 'Windhover'Angel's Fishing Rod
- Dierama pumilum 'Ceres'Venus' Fishing Rod
- Dierama pumilum 'Oberon'Venus' Fishing Rod
- Dierama pumilum 'Puck'
- Dierama pumilum ('Hermia')