
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Graceful arching flower stems
Growth Habit
Clump-forming with tall
Bloom Season
Late Spring to Summer
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Non-GMO
Plant Type
Flowering Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
90–150 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
7–10
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
45–60 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow
Growing Conditions
Sunny locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dierama 'Strawberry Ice Cream' sway in the breeze?
Does Dierama 'Strawberry Ice Cream' sway in the breeze?
Yes. Its long, arching stems naturally move with light winds, adding graceful movement and a soft, flowing effect to the garden.
Can Dierama 'Strawberry Ice Cream' be planted beside ponds?
Can Dierama 'Strawberry Ice Cream' be planted beside ponds?
Yes. It grows well near ponds and water features where the soil stays moist but drains well, creating an elegant waterside display.
Will the flowers remain upright or hang downward?
Will the flowers remain upright or hang downward?
The bell-shaped flowers hang gracefully from arching stems, giving the plant its well-known "Angel's Fishing Rod" appearance.
Does this plant stay evergreen in suitable climates?
Does this plant stay evergreen in suitable climates?
Yes. In mild climates, Dierama pulcherrimum is generally evergreen, providing attractive grass-like foliage throughout much of the year.
Can Dierama 'Strawberry Ice Cream' be used as a cut flower?
Can Dierama 'Strawberry Ice Cream' be used as a cut flower?
Yes. The elegant arching stems can be used in fresh floral arrangements, where they add height and a graceful cascading effect.
How is Dierama different from ornamental grasses?
How is Dierama different from ornamental grasses?
Although its foliage resembles ornamental grasses, Dierama is a flowering perennial that produces distinctive arching stems with pendulous bell-shaped blooms.