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How to Grow Nerines: A Beginner’s Guide

by Donna
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How to Grow Nerines

Introduction

Nerines are beautiful flowers that bloom in late autumn, adding a splash of color to your garden. They’re easy to grow and care for, making them a great choice for gardeners of all levels.

Planting Nerines

  • Best time to plant: Spring to early summer (April to June)
  • Soil: Well-drained, poor soil
  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Spacing: 7-10cm apart
  • Depth: Just below the surface, with the neck sticking out

Caring for Nerines

  • Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells
  • Fertilizing: Fertilize monthly during the growing season
  • Pruning: Cut back spent flowers and tidy up foliage in autumn
  • Mulching: Mulch around the plants in winter to protect them from frost

Propagating Nerines

  • Division: Divide large clumps of nerines in spring or early summer
  • Seed: Collect seeds after flowering and sow as soon as possible

Recommended Varieties

  • Nerine bowdenii ‘Patricia’: Pretty pale pink blooms on sturdy stems
  • Nerine bowdenii ‘Alba’: Crisp, pure-white blooms
  • Nerine bowdenii ‘Fenwicks Variety’: Clusters of up to 12 pink blooms
  • Nerine bowdenii `Kathleen Pollock’: Striking red flowers
  • Nerine undulata: Delicate pinkish-purple flowers that bloom in late autumn

Tips for Growing Nerines

  • Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil.
  • Plant the bulbs just below the surface of the soil.
  • Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
  • Fertilize monthly during the growing season.
  • Cut back spent flowers and tidy up foliage in autumn.
  • Mulch around the plants in winter to protect them from frost.

With proper care, nerines will thrive in your garden for years to come.

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