Diascia barberae 'Whisper Cranberry Red'
Diascia
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Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Cranberry Red') - Description
Delicate flowers cover mounds of foliage on this vigorous, cool weather plant. An exceptional addition to baskets, containers and mixed plantings.
Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Cranberry Red') - Blooming
Deadhead regularly when in bloom to promote more flowers.
Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Cranberry Red') - 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 Cranberry Red') - 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 Cranberry Red') - Pest
Prone to snails and slugs.
Diascia (Diascia barberae 'Whisper Cranberry Red') - 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 Cranberry Red') - 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.
