Overview
Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Alstroemeria, part of the Alstroemeriaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds, patio and container plants and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Alstroemeria genus, commonly known as Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers moist but well-drained neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for flower borders, beds, patios, containers, and as underplanting for roses and shrubs. Propagation is best achieved by division in autumn or very early spring.
About the genus
Alstroemeria, commonly called the Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Alstroemeriaceae. They are all native to South America, although some have become naturalized in the United States, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Madeira and the Canary Islands. Almost all of the species are restricted to one of two distinct centers of diversity: one in central Chile and southern Argentina, the other in eastern Brazil.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Alstroemeria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Patio and container plants, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Alstroemeria 'Summer Break'
- Propagation
- Division in autumn or very early spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Alstroemeria 'Summer Break'?
Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' need?
Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' hardy in the UK?
Alstroemeria 'Summer Break' 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 'Summer Break'?
Division in autumn or very early spring.