Diascia bicolor is a charming, low-growing perennial known for its delicate, two-toned flowers, often pink and white, blooming profusely from spring to fall.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing the top inch to dry between waterings. Reduce in cooler months.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-24°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Diascia bicolor regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering in cooler periods to prevent root rot. Good drainage is essential.
Pinch back stems of Diascia bicolor to encourage bushier growth and more abundant flowering. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote continuous flowering and prevent self-seeding if undesirable.
Light pruning can be done in early spring to shape the plant.
Diascia bicolor is easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Root cuttings in moist, well-draining potting mix.
Alternatively, divide established plants in spring or collect seeds after flowering and sow them in a propagator.
Repot Diascia bicolor annually or every two years in spring before new growth begins. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one, ensuring it has drainage holes. Use a fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Diascia |
| Species | Diascia bicolor |
Similar in genus Diascia
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