Nerine Vesta K
6 bulbs for € 9.85
Light salmon pink variant of the well-known Nerine bowdenii
The Nerine Vesta is particularly suitable for use in the garden, cutting garden, or in pots. Together with its delicate salmon-pink flowers, the Nerine Vesta is a versatile and characteristic autumn bloomer. The full scientific name for the Nerine Vesta is Nerine bowdenii Vesta.
The name is said to be derived from the Greek sea nymphs Nereis. When a ship sank off the coast of Guernsey and the bulbs began to bloom, they were compared to the beautiful daughters of Nerues, the god of the sea. The bowdenii grows best in a place where the bulbs can enjoy full sun and find protection from wind and rain.
Nicknames include Clip lily (in the Netherlands) and Guernsey lily. In England, they are immensely popular. The National Nerine Collection of England, maintained by Nick de Rothschild, is also located in Exbury Garden. Nerines bloom very late; when all summer flowers have already faded, they start blooming during the months of September, October, and November. You can therefore extend the gardening season with these bulbs.
It is also an excellent cut flower with a vase life of up to 12 days. Always cut a piece off the stems and place the flowers in clean water.
In a mild winter, the plant should be covered with peat mulch or fallen leaves. In cold regions, it is advisable to dig up your bulbs and store them dry in a frost-free but cool place to replant them in April.
Location: sun
Color: Light salmon pink
Height: 65 cm
Size: 14/+
Blooming period: September - November