Dierama pulcherrimum

Common name: Angel's Fishing Rod

Description: This graceful bulbous perennial creates one of the most elegant displays in the summer garden with its arching stems of pendulous bell-shaped flowers. The narrow, iris-like foliage forms neat clumps from which emerge tall, slender flower stems that bend gracefully under the weight of pink, purple, or white bell-shaped blooms. The flowers dangle along the stems like jewels, creating a magical effect when backlit or caught by gentle breezes. This South African native brings exotic elegance to British borders whilst being surprisingly hardy.

Other benefits: exceptional grace and movement, long flowering period, excellent cut flowers

Wildlife attraction: flowers attract bees and hoverflies, seeds provide food for finches

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1.5m x 60cm

Position: full sun to partial shade; requires sheltered position

Soil pH: prefers well-drained, fertile soil; neutral to slightly acidic conditions

Moisture: requires consistent moisture during growing season; good drainage essential

Winter hardiness: hardy to -12°C with protection