Alstroemeria [compact red]

Also Known As

Alstroemeria 'Compact Red'
Compact Red Peruvian Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Alstroemeria [compact red] plant details

Alstroemeria [compact red] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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 [compact red]

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: alstroemeriaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alstroemeria [compact red]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Procured nearly 20 years ago, this seldom offered Alstroemeria is more stunning than its name might imply. Alluring cherry red blossoms with dark maroon dashes and bright blond inner splotches sojourn on a compact bushy mass of short leaf-lined stalks. 'Compact Red' maintains its upright stance and is well-suited for a container or the frontlines, surrounded by other richly rubescent bloomers like Kniphofia 'Nancy's Red', Sanguisorba 'Red Thunder' and Monarda 'Jacob Klein'.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Gardening facts about Alstroemeria [compact red] plant

How to Grow Alstroemeria [compact red]

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen