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Guernsey Lily

Nerine Bovdenii

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Overview

The Pink Nerine Lily (Nerine bowdenii) dazzles with its vibrant pink, star-shaped flowers atop 18 to 24-inch tall stems. Plant in well-draining soil in zones 7-10. This hardy bulb enjoys full sun to partial shade, blooming in late summer to fall. With minimal care, the Nerine Lily offers a striking finish to borders and can be a captivating cut flower. Space 12 inches apart for a dramatic display.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 9–10Type BulbClimate Mediterranean
Guernsey Lily (Nerine Bovdenii) — star-shaped flowers atop 18 to 24-inch tall stems; sitting atop leafless scapes that can rise to an impressive height of

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
24–26 Inches

Classification

Type
Bulb
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Guernsey Lily (Nerine Bovdenii) — which complement the Nerine's vivid hue and unique form
Guernsey Lily (Nerine Bovdenii) — bulb with multi-colored and pink blooms
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