Dierama pulcherrimum

This plant has an air of distinction and, when in flower, is extremely desirable. The foliage mound of fine, rather reedy stems produce long, arching wands, that carry pendulous pink to purple flowers. These make them look like fishing rods, hence its common name. The flowers move in the slightest breeze. Wild, in South Africa, dierama grow in open grassland and are therefore self supporting and can tolerate wind. The grassy edges to the leaves can be quite sharp, so beware of bare legs brushing by. This plant is hardy, but hates disturbance once established. It is ideally suited to a position near water, in free draining soil, and with space to appreciate their fishing finesse.