Guernsey Lily (Nerine sarniensis)
Nerine sarniensis, the Guernsey Lily, is a South African bulbous perennial famed for its vibrant, star-shaped autumn flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Allow soil to dry between waterings; reduce significantly during dormancy.
Soil
Well-drained, gritty compost. A mix of loam, sand, and peat is suitable. Good drainage is crucial to prevent bulb rot.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 10-20°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Bright, indirect light indoors; protect from intense midday sun.
Allow soil to dry between waterings; reduce significantly during dormancy.
Water moderately during growth, sparingly during summer dormancy.
Well-drained, gritty compost. A mix of loam, sand, and peat is suitable. Good drainage is crucial to prevent bulb rot.
Ideal growing temperature is between 10-20°C.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from autumn to spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
0.15-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Strap-like
Flower Size
5-7 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAmaryllidaceae
- genusNerine
- speciesNerine sarniensis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No