A mass of pink flowers are produced through spring and summer. This perennial plant grows to 20cm tall and 30cm across in full sun and moist but well-drained soils. Good for growing in pots or edging flower beds.
This plant isn't part of our wildlife-friendly collection but is still grown without the use of peat, pesticides or single-use plastics.
Twinspur / Diascia vigilis 'Dark Eyes'
Position: Flower border / Container
Flowering months: Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct
Light: Full sun / Mix of sun and shade
Soil: Loam / Chalk / Sand
Tested in our local soil (t.i.o.l.s.): Yes (but avoid heavy clay)
Drainage: Moist but well-drained (never waterlogged)
Life cycle: Perennial (lives for many years)
Hardiness: Half hardy (protect if temperatures are below -5°C, however, our own plants have survived in our beds without protection for the last five years)
Over winter: Partially dies back (semi-evergreen)