Alstroemeria Amina

Common Name: Princess Amina Peruvian Lily

Description: Alstroemeria 'Princess Amina' is a compact, tuberous perennial renowned for its vibrant, bright orange flowers adorned with yellow throats and dark red markings on the inner petals. Blooming profusely from early summer into autumn, this cultivar offers an extended display of color. The lance-shaped, dark green foliage provides an attractive backdrop to the blossoms. Reaching a height and spread of approximately 30 to 40 cm, 'Princess Amina' is well-suited to Melbourne's climate, thriving in full sun to light shade and preferring fertile, moist, well-drained soils. Its compact size makes it ideal for borders, containers, and small gardens. Additionally, the long-lasting flowers make excellent cut specimens, brightening indoor arrangements. Regular deadheading of spent blooms will encourage continuous flowering throughout the season. 

Form:

• Perennial

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 30 to 40 cm
• Width: Approximately 30 to 40 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Light Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers from Early Summer into Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Bright Orange with Yellow Throats and Dark Red Markings

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Long-Lasting Cut Flowers
• Attracts Pollinators
• Compact Growth Habit
• Extended Bloom Period

Toxicity: Contact with the plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. It's advisable to wear gloves when handling. 

Companion Plants:

• Salvia spp.
• Coreopsis spp.
• Lavandula spp. (Lavender)
• Gaillardia spp. (Blanket Flower)
• Echinacea spp. (Coneflower)