Alstroemeria Tamara

Common Name: Peruvian Lily 'Tamara'

Description: Alstroemeria 'Tamara' is a compact perennial celebrated for its dense, mounding form and vibrant purple flowers featuring deep red throats. Blooming continuously during the warm season, it thrives in Melbourne's climate when planted in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade exposure. Regular watering during dry periods and mulching to conserve soil moisture are beneficial. This variety is ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers, and its long-lasting flowers make it a popular choice for cut floral arrangements.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 20–30 cm
• Width: 20–30 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers from Spring through Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Vibrant purple with deep red throats

Key Attributes:

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

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Salvia
• Echinacea
• Coreopsis

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