Nerinesarniensis
Guernsey lily
A bulbous perennial with stout stems bearing in early autumn umbels of long-stamened, red or orange-red flowers to 4cm across, the narrow tepals recurved and wavy-edged. Narrowly strap-shaped leaves appear after the flowers
Synonyms
Nerinecorusca 'Major'Nerinesarniensis var.curvifolia
see moreNerinesarniensis var.sarniensis
Nerinesarniensis var.corusca
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 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 | Red | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing orEast–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- 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
Plant in early spring in a moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Protect in colder areas with a deep drymulch over winter. See alsonerine cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown with moderate heat as soon as ripe or bydivision after flowering
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Wall side borders
- Cut flowers
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible toslugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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