Peruvian lily

Alstroemeria

A rhizome. A stem that grows sideways at or just below the soil, with nodes that make shoots above and roots below.

Whole

Cut open

Store	Rhizome. Grows horizontally and is segmented, with a shoot at the growing tip.
Depth	15-20 cm to the base of the rhizome
Spacing	45-60 cm apart
When	Plant in spring. Plant: 4 weeks before up to your last spring frost. Work out your dates.
Pets	Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses (ASPCA)

About Peruvian lily

Brittle tuberous roots on a spreading rhizome; resents disturbance.

Depth and spacing

Typical range: 15-20 cm deep and 45-60 cm apart. A general rule is to plant at two to three times the height of the rhizome; check the label for your variety. The drawing is to scale for 17.5 cm deep and 52.5 cm apart (the size of the organ is illustrative); try your own measurements.

When to plant

Plant in spring. Plant: 4 weeks before up to your last spring frost. These are rules of thumb for the northern hemisphere. Enter your frost dates for real dates.

Dividing and propagating

Divide carefully in spring and keep the roots intact.

Lifting and storing

Not stored. Mulch.

Non-Toxic to Dogs, Non-Toxic to Cats, Non-Toxic to Horses

The ASPCA lists Alstroemeria as: non-toxic to dogs, non-toxic to cats, non-toxic to horses. If your pet has chewed any part, call your vet or an animal poison helpline. ASPCA entry.