Angel's Fishing Rod will grow to be about 24 inches tall at maturity extending to 5 feet tall with the flowers, with a spread of 24 inches. Its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. As an evegreen perennial, this plant will typically keep its form and foliage year-round.
This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This species is not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Dierama pulcherrimum
Common Name
Angel's Fishing Rod
Hardiness Zone
- 8
Appearance
Max Height
24 Inches
Max Spread
24 Inches
Plant Form
- Over Mound
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Pink
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Early To Mid Summer
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun To Partial Shade
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
Yes
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