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Alstroemeriaceae
Alstroemeria Species, Peruvian Lily, Lirio de Campo, Country Lily
Alstroemeriapaupercula
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Genus
Alstroemeria
(al-stre-MEE-ree-uh)
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Species
paupercula
(paw-per-KUL-luh)
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Synonym
Alstroemeria violacea
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Smooth
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Color
Rose/Mauve
Lavender
Medium Purple
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Bulbs
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Unknown - Tell us
Where to Grow
Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Bloom Size
Unknown - Tell us
Other details
Unknown - Tell us
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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