Dietes bicolor
Peacock Flower
The Dietes bicolor, commonly known as Peacock Flower, is a hardy, clump-forming perennial admired for its striking, pale yellow blooms with distinctive dark brown markings. Flowering profusely in spring and summer, this low-maintenance plant is ideal for mass planting, borders, rockeries, or water-wise gardens. Growing up to 60 to 90 cm tall and wide, it thrives in a wide range of conditions and adds a touch of elegance to landscapes.
Specifications
- Height60 to 90 cm
- Width60 to 90 cm
- Native toSouth Africa
- FoliageNarrow, sword-like green leaves; evergreen in mild climates
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay soils
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterLow to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and coastal regions
Additional Features
- FlowersPale yellow blooms with dark brown markings; spring to summer flowering
- FormClump-forming with upright, arching leaves and flower stems
- UsesIdeal for borders, mass planting, rockeries, or water-wise gardens
- SpacingPlant 30 to 50 cm apart for dense coverage or individual displays
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal care; remove spent flower stems and old leaves as needed
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free; hardy and resilient
- Drought ToleranceExcellent once established; suitable for low-water gardens
- Salt TolerancePerforms well in coastal gardens and exposed sites
- Frost ToleranceHandles light frost; evergreen in frost-free regions
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract bees and other pollinators
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with vibrant seasonal blooms
- VersatilityComplements cottage, Mediterranean, and contemporary garden styles
The Peacock Flower is a versatile and robust plant, perfect for creating striking displays with minimal effort. Its elegant flowers and hardy nature make it a favourite for gardens and landscapes of all styles.
Project pedigree: This species has stood in Ornatec's drought, salt and frost tolerance palette since the 1990s. Read the tolerance catalogue record.