Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin'

Diascia

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Common Name:

Diascia

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

25°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

25 cm

Maximum width:

30 cm

Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin') - Description

Delicate flowers cover mounds of foliage on this extremely vigorous, cold-tolerant plant. An exceptional addition to baskets, containers and mixed plantings.

Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin') - Blooming

Deadhead regularly when in bloom to promote more flowers.

Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin') - Growth

Summers that get too hot may result in no blooms for the season. Provide protection for heat. Growth slows down when temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C). Temperatures below freezing may kill off the plant if it is not hardened first.

Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin') - Planting

Seeds can be sown in early spring when temperatures reach 60°F (15°C) and the seeds are ripe. Cuttings can also be made in spring.

Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin') - Pest

Prone to snails and slugs.

Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin') - Interesting facts

The genera Diascia and Nemesia are comprised of relatively closely related plants (they are both in the same plant family, Scrophulariaceae). They both have similar cultural needs and are both great to use in mixed containers.

Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Pumpkin') - Soil and irrigation

Does best in fertile and moist soil that is also well-drained. Moderate water is needed, but during especially dry times water more regularly.