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Nerine 'Mr. John'

Also Known As

  • Nerine 'Mister John'
  • Mister John Guernsey Lily

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Nerine 'Mr. John' plant details

Nerine 'Mr. John' is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall magenta flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nerine 'Mr. John'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nerine 'Mr. John'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nerine 'Mister John' has flowering stalks that rise from the strap-like foliage in the fall with buds opening into glowing magenta pink, spidery amaryllis-like flowers. The Nerine hybrids are likely hardy to zone 8 but should be grown in excellent drainage in a raised bed and mulched heavily with fallen leaves in winter. Or they make easy and spectacular pot specimens that you can protect in winter.

Gardening facts about Nerine 'Mr. John' plant

How to Grow Nerine 'Mr. John'

  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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