Alstroemeria Summer Holiday

$30.99

Alstroemeria x aurea ‘Summer Holiday’ (Peruvian Lily)

Finally, an answer to the eternal problem of long-stemmed Peruvian Lilies being untidy in the garden. ‘Summer Holiday’ is a unique cross which has resulted in tall, strong blooms of bold, sunny-orange that will last up to four weeks in a vase. Dark foliage with subtle variegation which adds to the effect, even ‘Summer Holiday’ is a stunning garden plant and has a compact and tidy habit! Grows approximately 75cm high x 60cm wide.

Prefers a full sun position with a rich, well drained soil. Keep moist while young. Drought tolerant once established. Protect from extreme frost. Mulch and feed with slow release fertiliser for best performance. Prune in late summer to encourage vigorous growth. Remove spent stems regularly to encourage repeat flowering.

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Sunlight:Full sun
Temperature:Medium, light frost OK
Wind:Requires protection from wind, Tolerant of coastal (salt) exposure
Moisture:Grows in wet/boggy soil or needs a lot of moisture, Grows in average garden conditions
Texture:Light, loose, free, Average garden conditions
Colour:Orange
Height:0.75m
Width:0.6m
SKU: ALS SUM HOL 2.5L Categories: , ,

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Alstroemeria x aurea ‘Summer Holiday’ (Peruvian Lily)

Finally, an answer to the eternal problem of long-stemmed Peruvian Lilies being untidy in the garden. ‘Summer Holiday’ is a unique cross which has resulted in tall, strong blooms of bold, sunny-orange that will last up to four weeks in a vase. Dark foliage with subtle variegation which adds to the effect, even ‘Summer Holiday’ is a stunning garden plant and has a compact and tidy habit! Grows approximately 75cm high x 60cm wide.

Prefers a full sun position with a rich, well drained soil. Keep moist while young. Drought tolerant once established. Protect from extreme frost. Mulch and feed with slow release fertiliser for best performance. Prune in late summer to encourage vigorous growth. Remove spent stems regularly to encourage repeat flowering.

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