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Dietes bicolor 'Milky Way' is an elegantly hardy perennial, commonly known as the Milky Way Fortnight Lily. Its captivating evergreen presence reaches up to 3 feet in height, flaunting perfectly clustered, slender, sword-like leaves. In late spring and early summer, this South African native gifts a breathtaking spectacle of white, butterfly-shaped flowers, adorned with gold and maroon markings, gracefully towering on slender stalks. This striking display lasts intermittently throughout the year, infusing a unique, architectural charm into your garden. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this robust variety exhibits extraordinary resilience to both frost and drought, demanding minimal care while providing maximum appeal. With an inherently low water requirement, the Milky Way Fortnight Lily is a gratifying addition to borders, contemporary gardens, or coastal landscapes, enhancing every outdoor space with its distinct, cosmopolitan allure.








