2010
Alstroemeria hybrida
"Dandy Candy"
Flowering period: June - August
Height 25 - 50 cm
Spread: < 25 cm
Habit: Climbing
Flower type: Simple
Leaf Color Dark
Placement: Full sun to partial shade
Water High to medium
Fertilizer need: Average
Plant type: Perennial
Class Best seller 2010
Family: Alstroemeriaceae (Amaryllidaceae)
Origin: Cultivated origin
Special Features: Dwarf striped, candy-colored blossoms
History: Introduced by JELITTO PERENNIAL SEED in 2003
Colour: Vibrant volors, red, deep rose and picotee-type white with pink, very large flowering, all flowers with dark stripes and yellow markings Natural Flowering Period: June - October
Winter Hardiness: Z8-10
Growth Habit: Clumping habit
Foliage: Glossy green strap-like foliage
Height with Flower: 35 cm (17'')
Spacing between Plants: 15 cm (6'')
Soil Requirement: Well-drained soils; pH 5.8 - 6.8
Location: Full sun to partial shade. Prefers cool, moist climate
Use: Use with Allium christophii, Anthriscus 'Ravenswing' and Sedum spurium 'Summer Glory' Specialities: Great container or seasonal accent plant.
Cut flowers sometimes endure for two weeks, or more.
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