Dierama pendulum
Fairy Wand, Grassy-Bell
Description
Dierama pendulum is a beautiful evergreen plant grown from bulbs that can reach 2'-3' tall and 1'-2' wide. It likes rich, well drained soil in full sun. If harsh winter climates, plant in containers and move indoors. Leaves clump like grass and bell- shaped, pendulous flowers top wiry stems. It comes in a range of colors, depending on the cultivar. It blooms from June through August.
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.