Alstroemeria 'Indian Summer' - Peruvian Lily
Botanical name : Alstroemeria 'Indian Summer'
Common name : Peruvian Lily, Lily of the Incas
Colour : Orange, Red, Yellow, leaves dark
Flowering time : June - September
Full grown height : ± 70 cm
Light requirement : Sun, Partial shade
Moisture requirement : Normal
Winter hardiness : Till -12°C (USDA Zone 8)
Spacing : ± 35 cm (± 8 per m²)
Details : -
Pot size : Square 9 cm, volume 0,5 Liter
Delivery time : 4 - 9 working days
Special notes : Alstroemerias are difficult to keep beautiful in the nursery. The plants are close together in boxes, which means there is a risk of fungus. They are therefore kept on the dry side so that the fungus has less chance. Because they are close together, they get too little light and they grow together. The lower leaves then turn yellow or fall off. The stems are also often weak and sometimes fall over. To keep the plants compact, they are pruned back regularly, but this can sometimes be omitted due to the crowds.
Therefore, keep in mind that the Alstroemerias you receive, sometimes look less flourishing. We must therefore reject complaints related to the above. Fortunately, Alstroemerias grow quickly and will recover well. Give the plants a moment and they will reward you with a rich bloom!
General information about Peruvian Lily (Alstroemeria):
Peruvian Lily (Alstroemeria) is a corm and rhizome forming perennial. The colourful flowers stand on the end of slim stems and often are nicely stripped or speckled. Peruvian Lily is also a good cut flower. They are plants for a well-draining, preferably somewhat acidic soil. The orange and yellow flowering Peruvian Lilies are reasonably hardy, but covering them with mulch or leaves in the winter is recommended. The varieties with a lot of white, pink and red in the flowers or with variegated foliage are less hardy. Good neighbours for Peruvian Lily are for example Coral Bells (Heuchera), Woodland Sage (Salvia nemorosa) and Tall Moor Grass (Molinia caerulea).
Peruvian Lily - Alstroemeria 'Indian Summer'
