Perennial – Peruvian Lily

Peruvian Lily

Botanical name: alstroemeria 

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: up to 4 ft in height with a 2 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 7-10 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-2 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: red, pink, orange, yellow, white, purple

Bloom time:  spring-fall 

Pruning instructions: prune in the late fall when blooms have faded 

Propagation methods: propagate by division in the early spring 

Landscape use: pollinator garden, flower garden, borders, edging 

Special features: long-lasting blooms, attracts pollinators 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between watering periods 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer once a year in the early spring, before new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: fall 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: daylilies, coneflower, roses, lavender, phlox

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no