Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine'
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Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine'
- Dramatic lily-like flowers held at the top of strong stems, in a dusky rose pink with dark brown speckles and a yellow throat
- Long flowering period from May to September
- A dwarf, compact clump-forming perennial which is fully hardy and drought tolerant
- This compact variety is perfect for growing in pots and also makes excellent cut flowers which last for weeks
- Can be an irritant to skin and eyes - wear gloves and wash hands after gardening
- This plant has been awarded RHS Plants for Pollinators status due to its value to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine' grows exceptionally well in 30 cm pots, enjoying full sun and temperatures up to 28°C.
How big does it get?
Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine' typically reaches a mature height of 40 cm and a spread of 40 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine' requires full sun or partial shade to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine' prefers deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine' regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, providing about 2.5 cm of water weekly during the growing season, and slightly more when temperatures surpass 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Alstroemeria 'Inticancha Sunshine' holds an RHS rating of H4, withstanding temperatures down to -10°C, making it hardy through most of the UK but it may require protection in colder regions.
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