Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') — Clump forming

Overview

Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Alstroemeria, part of the Alstroemeriaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants and wildlife gardens.

About

Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Alstroemeria genus, known for forming spreading clumps with fleshy roots. It produces upright stems with narrow, lanceolate leaves and features prominent, funnel-shaped flowers during spring and summer. This deciduous plant thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H4, it suits city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, and wildlife gardens. Propagation is by division in autumn or very early spring.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Alstroemeria

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H4

Plant details

Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido')

Propagation: Propagate by division, in autumn or very early spring
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a virus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido')?

Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') need?

Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') hardy in the UK?

Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido') has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.

How do I propagate Alstroemeria Rita ('Zelido')?

Propagate by division, in autumn or very early spring.

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