Alstroemeria Saturne (Planet Series) | 2L Pot

Exotic-looking blooms. Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: fertile, moist, well-drained soil Rate of growth: slow growing to average Flowering period: June to July Hardiness: fully hardy The large outer tepals of this exotic-looking Peruvian lily have heart-shaped tips and a warm apricot-yellow hue, while the yellow inner petals have numerous near-black markings. Compact in habit, it is suitable for pots and containers, while the flowers last for ages after being cut and added to a vase. Garden care: Always wear gloves when working with Peruvian lilies since contact with the foliage may cause skin irritation. After flowering cut back the faded flower-stems. In autumn provide a dry mulch of bracken or bark chippings to protect young plants.