Colorita® Katiana® Peruvian Lily

Alstroemeria x 'Zaprikatia'

Pronunciation: al-stre-MEE-ree-uh
SKU #43566
8-11

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Dramatic red flowers, each with a contrasting red throat, and glossy variegated foliage on strongly branched flower stems. Blooms continuously during the warm season when spent flower stems are plucked promptly. The attractive foliage and beautiful long-lasting blooms are outstanding for cutting, perfect for garden or container. An herbaceous perennial.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Quickly forms a compact mound, 8 to 12 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide.

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Bloom TimeSpring to fall
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Fast Growing, Compact Form
Growth RateFast
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Design IdeasPlant in classical urns or terra cotta pots. Gang them in window boxes and trough planters. Equally happy in the garden where its versatility fits a variety of garden styles. Takes on a traditional cottage garden character when integrated into perennial borders. A valuable source of flower color in tropical gardens too heavy on foliage plants. Spot into foundation plantings at high traffic areas to appreciate the stellar flowers. A perfect cutting garden candidate.
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsGaura (Gaura); Yarrow (Achillea); Montbretia (Crocosmia); Aster (Aster); Society Garlic (Tulbaghia); Canna (Canna)
Care InstructionsGrows well in enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove spent blooms promptly to encourage continuous bloom. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
LorePeruvian lilies are native to the rich soils of the mountain regions of South America, in Chile and Brazil. The introduction of the alstroemeria to Europe has been credited to 18th century botanist, Claus von Alstroemer of Sweden, hence the botanical name. Alstroemeria make excellent cut flowers, and are symbolic of friendship and devotion--making them ideal for wedding bouquets.
Details
Bloom TimeSpring to fall
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Fast Growing, Compact Form
Growth RateFast
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Design IdeasPlant in classical urns or terra cotta pots. Gang them in window boxes and trough planters. Equally happy in the garden where its versatility fits a variety of garden styles. Takes on a traditional cottage garden character when integrated into perennial borders. A valuable source of flower color in tropical gardens too heavy on foliage plants. Spot into foundation plantings at high traffic areas to appreciate the stellar flowers. A perfect cutting garden candidate.
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorVariegated
Companion PlantsGaura (Gaura); Yarrow (Achillea); Montbretia (Crocosmia); Aster (Aster); Society Garlic (Tulbaghia); Canna (Canna)
Care
Care InstructionsGrows well in enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove spent blooms promptly to encourage continuous bloom. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
History
LorePeruvian lilies are native to the rich soils of the mountain regions of South America, in Chile and Brazil. The introduction of the alstroemeria to Europe has been credited to 18th century botanist, Claus von Alstroemer of Sweden, hence the botanical name. Alstroemeria make excellent cut flowers, and are symbolic of friendship and devotion--making them ideal for wedding bouquets.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.