Alstroemeria magnifica

Also Known As

Peruvian Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-6'

planting zones

10a-12

Alstroemeria magnifica plant details

Alstroemeria magnifica is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring and summer magenta flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alstroemeria magnifica

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: alstroemeriaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, rare, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alstroemeria magnifica

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Woohoo! An extremely rare & truly magnificent Alstroemeria. We are so lucky to have gotten our paws on some of the seed brought back from a recent Chilean expedition. The huge, bright magenta-violet blooms have a yellow patch above the center & beautiful turquoise blue pollen on the anthers. With stems to 2’ tall, it makes a superb, long lasting cut flower. Vigorous & possibly invasive in the garden - so be warned - put her in a large pot if this will be a problem for you. Rich, well-drained soil is best. Deciduous & so needs no Summer water after bloom is finished.