Description
Alstroemeria 'Louise' is a lovely compact Peruvian Lily cultivar, reaching 20–30 cm in both height and width, making it perfect for smaller garden spaces, borders, or container plantings. It produces charming pinkish-purple blooms with a contrasting yellow throat, providing a striking colour display that enhances any garden setting. This variety prefers full sun to semi-shade and grows best in well-drained soil, making it well-suited to Perth's climate. Water moderately until established, after which it becomes a resilient and hardy addition to the garden.
With a prolonged flowering season extending from Early Spring (Djilba) to Late Autumn (Djeran), Alstroemeria 'Louise' offers continuous interest and colour throughout much of the year. Its evergreen foliage ensures year-round greenery, complementing its long-lasting blooms and creating a lush garden feel with minimal upkeep required.
| Botanical Name | Alstroemeria x hybrida |
| Common Name | Peruvian Lily, Princess Lily |
| Cultivar | Louise |
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Classification |
Cottage Plants |
| PBR Name | Zaprilou |
| Origin | Brazil, Chile, Peru |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20 - 30 cm |
| Width | 20 - 30 cm |
| Light | Full sun to semi shade |
| Soil | Well drained |
| Water Requirement | Water moderately until established. Water hardy once fully established. |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Pinkish purple with yellow throat |
| Flower Time | Djilba (Early Spring) to Djeran (Late Autumn) |
| Toxicity | Moderately toxic if ingested. Can be mildly toxic to skin in some people |
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