× Amarine tubergenii 'Aphrodite'PBR (Belladiva Series)
van Tubergen amarine 'Aphrodite'
A bulbous perennial, to 50cm tall, with strap-shaped leaves that develop after flowering. Clusters of pale pink, trumpet-shaped blooms with darker pink stripes are produced on strong, upright stems in autumn
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | Pink | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Potentially harmful
- Acute ingestion may cause mild stomach upset. Wear gloves and wash hands after handling
- Genus
x Amarine are bigeneric hybrids between Amaryllis and Nerine. They are bulbous perennials producing clusters of lily-like flowers in shades of pink, smaller than Amaryllis, and more trumpet-like than Nerine. The flowers are followed by strap-shaped leaves
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Plant in spring in a moderately-fertile, well-drained soil, with the bulb tips just above the surface. Protect in colder areas with a deep, dry mulch over winter
Propagation
Propagate by division after flowering
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cut flowers
- Wall side borders
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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