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Alstroemeria [cerise]
Also Known As
- Alstroemeria 'Cerise'
- Cerise Peruvian Lily
- Cerise Princess Lily
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 18"-24"
- W: 12"-24"
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Alstroemeria [cerise] plant details
Alstroemeria [cerise] is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer apricot and coral flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - 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 [cerise]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: alstroemeriaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: apricot and coral blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alstroemeria [cerise]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Alstroemeria [cerise]
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- apricot
- coral
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aka Alstroemeria 'Third Harmonic', The Third Harmonic Princess Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 1'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - occasional
aka Alstroemeria 'Little Miss Zoe', Alstroemeria Little Miss 'Zoe', Little Miss Zoe Peruvian Lily
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
aka Lily of the Incas, Peruvian Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 12"-36"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
aka Freedom Peruvian Lily, Freedom Princess Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
5b-10b
Size
Height: 24"-30"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - occasional
aka Patricia Lynn Princess Lily
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - occasional
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