Nerine humilis
low-growing nerine
A variable, perennial bulb. The flowers develop in autumn at the same time as the strap-shaped, spreading leaves. The petals are narrow, with wavy edges, in various shades of pink. There can be from one to 12 flowers on each stem, which may be 10-40cm tall
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | Pink | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- 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
Correct
- Plant range
- South Africa (Cape)
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in pots of peat-free, loam-based potting compost, planting in spring or autumn, so the bulb tips are above the compost surface; they flower best when congested. Provide full light, water freely when in active growth, give a low nitrogen feed after flowering, then keep warm and dry when dormant in summer. See also nerine cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown with moderate heat as soon as ripe or by division after flowering
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
Pruning
Deadhead after flowering
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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