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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeperennial
Distribution
Dietes grandiflora
Dietes grandiflora
Flower Colors
Description
somewhat iris-like, to 10cm across, with broad white "falls" with a stripe of rich yellow near the base, and erect violet-blue "standards". Blooms may last several days, and may be produced in flushes, every few weeks, throughout summer
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Upright
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.4 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H5
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsMediterranean climate plantsGravel gardenFlower borders and beds