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Dietes bicolor
Tara Valley Nursery's Dietes bicolor is a gardener's dream! This large perennial plant has long green sword-like
leaves that grow from the base of a clump in a highly attractive foliage display. However, the real showstopper is
Dietes bicolor’s spectacular flowers that bloom yellow with purple spots. The flowers are similar to that of
orchids and look just as amazing. These are very hardy plants and will look fantastic in any position, but are
particularly spectacular when planted en-masse.
Genus: Dietes
Species: bicolor
Growing: This plant is very easy to maintain and a
particularly hardy grower. It is suitable for full sun or
part shade positions.
Soil: The soil must be well drained and rich in organic
matter.
Water: Drought tolerant, but some watering is
necessary to promote growth.
Foliage & Flowering Features: The flowers are the
main feature of this very pretty plant, which display
large cream-coloured petals with three purple spots
that have an orange outline. The green foliage is
sword-like in shape and provides a fantastic
architectural contrast to the delicate flowers.
Origin: South Africa
Uses: Dietes bicolor is at its most spectacular in mass
plantings, with the floral display forming an eyedropping setting. They are perfect for border plantings,
cottage gardens and also look fantastic in a pot. Both
the flowers and leaves make amazing cut flowers.
Maintenance: These very low maintenance plants
require little care. Fertilise to promote growth.
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