Cyrtanthus mackenii 'Himalayan Pink'

Also Known As

Himalayan Pink Ifafa Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Cyrtanthus mackenii 'Himalayan Pink' plant details

Cyrtanthus mackenii 'Himalayan Pink' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyrtanthus mackenii 'Himalayan Pink'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyrtanthus mackenii 'Himalayan Pink'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cyrtanthus mackenii is a beautiful, sweetly fragrant, and long-flowering South African amaryllis relative that deserves to be more commonly grown as a pot plant. The tubular pink flowers of 'Himalayan Pink' are long and narrow with recurved tips. The leav