Alstroemeria ligtu ssp. splendens

Also Known As

Alstroemeria haemantha
Lily of the Incas
Peruvian Lily

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Alstroemeria ligtu ssp. splendens plant details

Alstroemeria ligtu ssp. splendens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular 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 ligtu ssp. splendens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: alstroemeriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alstroemeria ligtu ssp. splendens

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A clumping, tuberous, evergreen perennial from mountains somewhere in Chile. Large heads of outward facing, bright red, trumpet shaped flowers, with brown flecked, yellow throats, are held on leafy, 45cm stems, all year round but mainly in the warmer months. Feed well and provide with good drainage. Pull spent stems as they brown. A superb cut flower. Not as tall or as vigorous as most other Alstroemerias, which by some would be considered a virtue, but one of the best red flowers in any garden (certainly mine) or vase.