Life cycle
Perennial
Plant identity
Dierama pulcherrimum
Plant characteristics
A basal clump of narrow, grasslike leaves with fine arching stems and small pendulous pink-to-white bell flowers.
Light requirement
Full sun
Growing conditions
Choose an open sunny site with moist but freely draining soil. Allow foliage to develop and avoid repeatedly disturbing established roots.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is supplied?
What is supplied?
One packet containing 100 seeds for planting. No mature plant, bulb, corm or cutting is included.
Which plant does the listing describe?
Which plant does the listing describe?
Dierama pulcherrimum. A basal clump of narrow, grasslike leaves with fine arching stems and small pendulous pink-to-white bell flowers.
How should I start the seeds?
How should I start the seeds?
Sow in well-drained seed compost, cover lightly and keep moist. Germination and establishment can be slow.
What growing conditions are suitable?
What growing conditions are suitable?
Choose an open sunny site with moist but freely draining soil. Allow foliage to develop and avoid repeatedly disturbing established roots.
Will every seedling match the illustration?
Will every seedling match the illustration?
Seed-grown plants vary; a named selection is not a promise that every seedling will match the pictured plant.
Is the image a photograph of the actual seed lot?
Is the image a photograph of the actual seed lot?
No. It is an AI-generated representative botanical illustration, not seed-lot or parent-plant evidence. Actual seedling appearance and development vary.