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Nerine bowdenii 'Stefanie'

Bowden lily 'Stefanie'

'Stefanie' is a bulbous perennial to 40cm, with strap-shaped, rich green leaves preceded by erect stems bearing clusters of lily-like, very pale pink flowers with narrow, recurved petals

Synonyms
Nerine bowdenii 'Stefani'
Nerine bowdenii 'Stephani'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0–0.1 metre
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn Pink Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Tufted
Potentially harmful
Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Genus

Nerine are summer-dormant, perennial bulbs with erect leafless stems each bearing a terminal umbel of funnel-shaped flowers in autumn, and strap-shaped or linear leaves appearing after the flowers

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Plant in early spring in a moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Protect in colder areas with a deep, dry mulch over winter. See also Nerine cultivation

Propagation

Propagate by division after flowering

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Gravel garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Wall side borders
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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