How to grow Angel's Fishing Rod in the UK
Dierama pulcherrimum
Angel's Fishing Rod (Dierama pulcherrimum) is a flower that grows well in UK gardens. Slow to establish but magical when happy. Don't move once settled. This guide covers when and how to sow Angel's Fishing Rod, the soil and position it likes, watering and feeding, companion planting, and when to harvest.
When to sow & grow Angel's Fishing Rod
Sowing and harvest window through the year (UK):
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr Plant | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Soil, position & care
- Soil
- Rich, free-draining soil
- Soil pH
- 6.0–7.5
- Position
- Full sun and shelter
- Sowing depth
- 10–15 cm deep (varies by type)
- Spacing
- 10–30 cm apart
- Sowing
- Plant in spring after frost; lift tender types (dahlia, gladioli) before winter in cold areas
- Growing
- Water and feed in growth; stake tall types
- Harvest & upkeep
- Deadhead; lift and store tender bulbs/tubers over winter where frosts are hard
- Watch for
- Slugs, earwigs and aphids on soft growth
Companion planting for Angel's Fishing Rod
No specific companion notes for this plant.
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Angel's Fishing Rod FAQs
How much sun does Angel's Fishing Rod need?
Angel's Fishing Rod prefers full sun (6+ hrs direct).
When should I plant Angel's Fishing Rod in the UK?
In the UK, plant Angel's Fishing Rod in April. Planting in this window gives the roots time to establish before the plant is asked to grow away.
Is Angel's Fishing Rod easy to grow?
Challenging. Slow to establish but magical when happy. Don't move once settled.