Alstroemeria Inca Tropic - Peruvian Lily

The Alstroemeria Inca Tropic is a variety that stands out for its exotic colours, in tropical orange and yellow tones. You can enjoy its flowering period from June to October. It has a compact habit, making it ideal for pots and for the front of borders. It is highly appreciated by florists and looks stunning in bouquets.

Belonging to the Alstroemeriaceae family (Liliaceae), Alstroemeria, or simply known as the Peruvian Lily or Inca Lily, is a perennial with a tuberous root. Its funnel-shaped flowers are quite similar to lilies and orchids. They are clustered above upright stems, adorned with deciduous green foliage. The Inca Tropic variety is semi-dwarf, with a compact habit, reaching an average height of 45cm (18in) and a width of 40cm (16in).

Retaining its preference for warmth from its South American origins, the Inca Lily should be planted in a warm and sheltered location, in full sun or partial shade in regions with hot summers. It thrives in light, deep, well-drained, and humus-rich soil. Its root system may take a while to establish, so be patient... it needs some time to settle in.

This plant is moderately hardy (up to -7°C (19.4°F)) and if grown in a pot, it should be protected during the winter. In regions with harsh winters, we recommend generously mulching the base before the arrival of the first frost.

To encourage its long flowering period, it is advisable to remove faded flowers, although Alstroemeria is so elegant in bouquets that it is unlikely to be necessary.

In the garden, it is an easy plant to combine within a mixed border, alongside other perennials such as Echinacea Purpurea 'Summer Salsa' and Crocosmia' Fire King'.