Alstroemeria Sara

Common Name: Peruvian Lily 'Princess Sara'

Description: Alstroemeria 'Princess Sara' is a compact perennial renowned for its abundant, showy blooms. The flowers display a captivating blend of creamy-yellow petals adorned with soft burgundy markings, creating a warm and inviting appearance. This variety is well-suited to Melbourne's climate, thriving in well-drained, fertile soils with full sun to partial shade exposure. It is a low-maintenance plant that benefits from regular watering during dry periods and mulching to conserve soil moisture. 'Princess Sara' is an excellent choice for garden beds, borders, and containers, and its long-lasting flowers make it a favourite for cut floral arrangements.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 40–50 cm
• Width: 40 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers from Spring through Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Creamy-yellow with soft burgundy markings

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Disease Resistant
• Scented flowers
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Suitable for Cut Flowers

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Salvia
• Echinacea
• Coreopsis

Note: While 'Princess Sara' is generally low-maintenance, it's advisable to protect the plant from extreme frost conditions by applying mulch and ensuring adequate soil drainage.