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Bomarea hybrid

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 7a-11

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Bomarea hybrid plant details

Bomarea hybrid is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bomarea hybrid

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: alstroemeriaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: unique, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bomarea hybrid

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A 6-8 ft scrambling vine adorned in mid to late summer with vibrant orange to red trumpets, framed by lanceolate, deep green leaves. Stands out particularly well when combined with, and supported by evergreen foliage. Deciduous with frost but rebounds the following spring. Prefers medium shade with cool feet and sun on its face. Enjoys summer water. Best to mulch where temperatures drop below 20F. Root hardy to 0F, USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Bomarea hybrid plant

How to Grow Bomarea hybrid

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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aka Climbing Alstroemeria

Plant Type

Perennial, Vine

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 1'-10'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • regular
Photo of Bomarea sp. flower by J.G. in SF
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aka Bomarea aff. edulis [JSM], Bomarea aff. hirtella, Bomarea hirtella

Plant Type

Perennial, Vine

Zones

7b-10b

Size

Height: 6'-9'

Width: 1'-6'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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aka Peruvian Lily

Plant Type

Perennial, Vine, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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aka Bomarea caldasii

Plant Type

Perennial, Vine

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 12'-15'

Width: 2'-3'

  • bright shade - mostly shade
  • regular
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