About
This elegant Nerine, with narrow, strap-shaped leaves that emerge after or with the flowers. A cluster of sparkling, strap-shaped petals with wavy edges opens atop a sturdy, leafless scape in autumn. The selection 'Nora Hamilton' is a gem for late colour.
About the genus
Nerine are summer-dormant, perennial bulbs with erect leafless stems each bearing a terminal umbel of funnel-shaped flowers in autumn, and strap-shaped or linear leaves appearing after the flowers
Plant details
Suggested usesSunny borders at the base of south-facing walls, gravel gardens, containers.
Care notes
CultivationPlant bulbs with necks at soil level in well-drained soil in full sun. Best against a warm wall. Do not disturb once established.
PruningRemove spent flower stems. Leave foliage to die back naturally in summer.
PropagationDivide congested clumps after flowering. Offset bulbs may take 2-3 years to flower.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Narcissus bulb fly and lily beetle occasionally.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free. Bulb rot in waterlogged soil.