Overview
Nerine ridleyi is a clump forming bulbs in the genus Nerine, part of the Amaryllidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Nerine ridleyi grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, coastal, gravel garden, patio and container plants, flower borders and beds and wall side borders.
About
Nerine ridleyi is a clump-forming perennial bulb from the Amaryllidaceae family, known for its autumn display of funnel-shaped flowers atop upright, leafless stems. Following flowering, linear or strap-like deciduous leaves emerge. This cultivar thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to UK zone H5, it suits various garden settings including city courtyards, coastal areas, and gravel gardens. Plant bulbs with necks at soil level and avoid disturbance once established, favouring a warm wall for best results.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Nerine
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Nerine ridleyi size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Nerine ridleyi
- Propagation
- Division after flowering, Seed sown as soon as ripe
- Pest resistance
- Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Nerine ridleyi?
Nerine ridleyi prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Nerine ridleyi need?
Nerine ridleyi grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Nerine ridleyi hardy in the UK?
Nerine ridleyi has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Nerine ridleyi?
Division after flowering, Seed sown as soon as ripe.
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