butterfly flag
Dietes bicolor
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
9 - 11
Flowers:
Light yellow with dark brown tepal blotches Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
yellow,black Fruits Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water Dietes bicolor (butterfly flag) maximum once a week during the summertime. During winter, reduce watering to once a month. During the flowering season, give the plant an extra drink every 2 weeks. Make sure to water until the compost is thoroughly wet. Allow the compost to dry slightly between waterings. If the plant is in a pot, allow the top inch of compost to dry before giving the plant another drink.
sunlight
The butterfly flag (Dietes bicolor) prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. The plant requires 6 to 8 hours of full sun per day. Too much sun can cause the leaves to scorch, so partial shade is ideal in hot climates and for newly planted butterfly flags. The sun should be at its highest intensity during mid-day for the plant to reach its full potential.
pruning
When to Prune Butterfly Flag: Pruning of Dietes bicolor (Butterfly Flag) should be done in late winter, or just before new growth in the spring. Pruning should focus on the removal of dead or damaged foliage, with thinning of overgrown areas. How Much to Prune Butterfly Flag: Butterfly Flag plants should be pruned to maintain an overall attractive shape and to remove dead or damaged foliage. Errant and misconfigured stems should be removed at the crown as well. Light thinning can also be done to reduce overgrown areas. In general, Butterfly Flag plants should not be pruned heavily, as this will result in fewer flowers.
