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Alstroemeria, Peruvian Lily, Lily of the Incas 'Rose Frost'

Alstroemeria

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Genus
Alstroemeria (al-stre-MEE-ree-uh)
Info
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Rose/Mauve
Bright Yellow
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; stratify if sowing indoors
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

San Antonio, Texas

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San Antonio, TX (Zone 8b) | March 2008 | positive

'Jazze™ Rose Frost' (Alstroemeria) is a more heat tolerant Alstroemeria. The large blooms are rose pink with frosty white edging and ye...Read More

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