Product Description
Overview
Alstroemeria, also known as the Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas, is admired for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in striking shades of pink, orange, yellow, red, and white. These beautiful perennials are ideal for adding color and sophistication to gardens and make excellent cut flowers for home arrangements.
Key Features
- Produces bright, multi-colored blooms with delicate markings
- Non-GMO and suitable for home gardens or pots
- Long-lasting flowers with strong stems for cutting
- Heat-tolerant and easy to care for once established
- Blooms continuously through summer and early fall
Specifications
- Common Name: Peruvian Lily
- Botanical Name: Alstroemeria hybrida
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Flower Color: Mixed shades (pink, orange, yellow, red, white)
- Height: 18–36 inches
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, rich organic soil
- Water Requirement: Moderate
- Germination Time: 20–30 days
- Blooming Season: Late spring to early fall
- USDA Zones: 6–10
- Special Features: Non-GMO, long blooming, excellent cut flower
Planting and Growing Instructions
- Sowing Time: Start seeds indoors in late winter or outdoors after the last frost.
- Soil Preparation: Use a well-drained, nutrient-rich potting mix.
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds about ¼ inch deep.
- Temperature: Maintain soil temperature between 68–75°F (20–24°C) for germination.
- Watering: Keep the soil moist but avoid overwatering.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors once frost danger has passed, spacing 12–18 inches apart.
- Maintenance: Water regularly and fertilize lightly during active growth.
