Diascia
Diascia
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Diascia
Diascia (Twinspur) is a cool-season annual in NE Florida, bearing delicate pink, coral, or salmon spurred flowers on mounding stems from fall through spring. Plant in October; provide afternoon shade and excellent drainage for best performance before summer heat ends the season. Starting at $7.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Fall, Winter
- Flower Color
- White, Orange, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Annual
- Soil
- Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season.
Active growing season.
Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Full sun to part shade; in NE Florida, afternoon shade extends the bloom season by reducing heat stress. Aim for at least 4-6 hours of direct morning sun for best flowering.
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained; perfect drainage is non-negotiable as Diascia is intolerant of waterlogged conditions. Water at the base to keep foliage dry and reduce disease pressure in Florida's humid climate.
Plant in moderately fertile, well-drained soil with pH 6.0–6.5. Feed with a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the cool growing season to sustain continuous blooming.
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Common questions
Is Diascia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Diascia is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-12 inches × 12-18 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.