Alstroemeria 'Dusty Rose'

Also Known As

Lily of the Incas
Peruvian Lily
Princess Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Alstroemeria 'Dusty Rose' plant details

Alstroemeria 'Dusty Rose' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alstroemeria 'Dusty Rose'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: alstroemeriaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alstroemeria 'Dusty Rose'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Alstroemeria 'Dusty Rose' is a Peruvian lily with unique dusty pink flowers with yellow highlights. It forms an upright clump to two feet or more with linear, emerald green tropical looking leaves. It will produce waves of flowers throughout the season from summer to fall. Flowers are long lasting in vases. Pull the stems instead of cutting them to encourage a quicker reflush. Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators. Deer resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Blushed with a medley of lovely old-fashioned pinks, this beauty came to us from a U.C. Davis college professor years ago. Its junglelike foundation of handsome foliage culminates in rose-hued flowers warmed by butter yellows, creamy streaks and dark wine-colored striations. Claret swathes and just a hint of green engrave the petals' exterior.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

The name made us suspicious first, not knowing if "Dusty" is a code name for dirty. We were very much pleased to see the first bloom open in what we would call antique rose. The bloom size is above average and the vigor of the plant just right.