Alstroemeria or "the lily of Peru" or "the lily of the Incas" is a majestic plant that should definitely decorate your balcony!! It is an evergreen plant in most varieties, with lush vegetation and flowering. The leaves are lance-shaped, 15-20cm long with strong ribs in the center, they grow opposite and are bright green.
Flowers
Its flower, which is not fragrant, comes in many shades: orange, pink, purple, red, yellow, white and salmon. Its flowering lasts from April to September.
Location
Alstroemeria grows very well in sunny positions and partial shade, but not in strong midday sun. If you choose to plant it in a pot, it is better to choose a wide pot, as it develops many lateral rhizomes.
Watering
Alstroemeria needs a lot of frequent watering, especially in the summer months. It is good to water before the soil is completely dry and the excess water drains well from the pot.
Pruning
No pruning needed. Something very important to enhance its growth and flowering is to remove its dried flowers.
Lubrication
Adding a complete water-soluble fertilizer during the spring season will enhance the duration of its flowering.
Enemies and Diseases
It is a very resistant plant. Its most common enemies are snails, aphids and spider mites.
Proliferation
Most varieties are propagated by seeds, as well as by division of the rhizome in early spring.
Flowerpot 17 cm- 2 L
