Allotriploid (AAB) plants contain two genomes of one species and one genome from a different species. Generally, they are obtained from crossing an allotetraploid (eg AABB) with one of the diploid ...

This week's online offer is for a pack of five Alstroemeria aurea lutea for just £2.99, which is half price. It is an exotic, hardy Peruvian lily that produces clusters of beautiful, yellow flowers ...

Originally, it was alstroemeria aurea and ligtu that were cultivated, but these two species lack finesse in the garden. Modern hybrids and cultivars are more refined, flowering for several months from ...

GARDENING GERRY DALY FLOWERING in spectacular shades and thriving in the extra heat of this summer, the lily of the Incas, also calledPeruvian lily, is a gorgeous flower for the summer border. The ...

The flowers of the Peruvian lily or alstroemeria have appeared a bit early this year but they always welcome in July and August. The flower-heads are carried in magnificent clusters at the top of tall ...