Family: Alstroemeriaceae
Genus: Alstroemeria
(al-stre-MEE-ree-uh) Species: paupercula (paw-per-KUL-luh) Synonym:Alstroemeria violacea
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Category Alpines and Rock GardensBulbs Perennials Water Requirements Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscapingSun Exposure Full SunFoliage HerbaceousSmooth Foliage Color UnknownHeight 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) |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger UnknownBloom Color Rose/MauveLavender Medium Purple Bloom Characteristics Flowers are good for cuttingBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Late Winter/Early SpringMid Spring Late Spring/Early Summer Other details UnknownSoil pH requirements 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) Patent Information UnknownPropagation Methods Direct sow as soon as the ground can be workedFrom seed; sow indoors before last frost Seed Collecting Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds |