Diascia personata Hopleys (3 × 9cm pots)

A a superb pink flowering herbaceous perennial . Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil or general-purpose compost for containers Rate of growth: average Flowering period: May to September Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection) Charming and captivating, ‘Hopley’s’ has all the grace and delicate beauty of a Diascia in a much taller foxglove-like form. Blooming for long periods between May to September, this pretty dusky pink-flowered herbaceous perennial will require some frost protection in the winter. Garden care:Protect newly planted Diascia from overnight frosts (if still present) in the early stages of establishment. Once established divide congested plants in early spring or late summer. Protect young plants from slugs and snails. Trim after flowering. Diascia prefer well-drained soil and can suffer during very wet wet winters. To protect plants that are susceptible to rot in wet winter conditions, ensure they are planted in well-draining soil and consider adding grit or sand to the surrounding planting area to improve drainage. Raise beds or plant in containers if necessary, and avoid spots where water collects. If wet conditions are unavoidable, consider using a cloche or cold frame to shield the plants from excessive moisture.