Perennial Of The Day

Alstroemeria x 'Sweet Laura'

Lily of the Incas, Peruvian Lily

Type Perennial

Hardy range 7A to 10B

Height 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm

Spread 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm

Growth rate Fast

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Persistence Deciduous

Bloom Color Yellow

Bloom Time Summer and Fall

The flowers are fragrant, showy and suitable for cut flowers.

Environment This plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

This plant has attractive foliage.

Culture Notes The roots of this plant can become invasive. In hot summer climates, plant in partial shade. These plants do not do well in dry soil. In cold winter climates, mulch in the winter. In zone 7a, the plant should be removed in autumn and stored for spring planting. 'Sweet Laura' is one of the hardiest of the Peruvian Lilies. It has vigorous growth and blooming traits, and bears gorgeous yellow flowers that are spotted reddish-orange at the tips of its petals. Asexual propagation of this plant is prohibited.

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