Terrapin Gardens, Perennials - Dierama pulcherrimum

This South African plant grows to 3-5 feet tall. Wands of bell-like flowers arching over grassy foliage wave gracefully in the slightest summer breeze. Zones 7-10. We have one cultivar available this year:

'Blackbird' -- dark purple flowers (shown in photo)

Please note that our plants are seed-grown, so there may be some variation in the flower color.

Dierama pulcherrimum is a slow grower, and will generally flower in its third or fourth year. It thrives in full sun and moist, well-draining soil.

Available Fall 2008.

Dierama pulcherrimum

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