Nerine sarniensis 'Brilliant'

Also Known As

Brilliant Berglelie
Brilliant Guernsey Lily
Brilliant Red Nerine

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

8a-10b

Nerine sarniensis 'Brilliant' plant details

Nerine sarniensis 'Brilliant' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nerine sarniensis 'Brilliant'

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall
Uses: summer dormant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nerine sarniensis 'Brilliant'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Delightful rich dark pink flowered amaryllis relative from eastern South Africa, adapted to dry or wet summers provided good drainage and bright sun. Summer dormant, the flowers emerge "nekked" in September-November and leaves appear again in December and January. Frost hardy in USDA zone 8 but may lose leaves in the upper teens °F. Add mulch for winter protection.