Nerine bowdenii 'Albivetta'

Also Known As

Nerine 'Albivetta'
Cape flower
Guernsey Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"
W: 6"

planting zones

7a-9b

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Nerine bowdenii 'Albivetta' plant details

Nerine bowdenii 'Albivetta' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall cream and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nerine bowdenii 'Albivetta'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nerine bowdenii 'Albivetta'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Opening a light pink, this hybrid will age into ivory. A hybrid of Nerine Bowdenii, I guess this will be hardy to zone 7 and perhaps lower. Nerine are a must try for anyone with a warm climate or potted for anyone with a cool windowsill. These exotic flowers from South Africa brighten up the late fall garden with their spicy fragrance. Spring leaves, summer dormancy. Make sure the location is well drained for better cold tolerance. Large 12+ cm bulbs. I don't know if they will bloom this year (because they don't like transplanting), but they are blooming size bulbs.