Nerine Bowdenii Like a Virgin

Nerines can be grown in pots or in the ground.  Either way, a sunny location is necessary for these autumn flowering bulbs, ideally against a south-facing wall.

Plant the bulbs in spring 10 cm apart into well-drained, fertile soil.  Ensure the neck of each bulb sits just above the surface of your soil as this will promote flourishing blooms. For container planting, use an equal mix of loam based potting compost and multi-purpose compost.

In colder regions, mulch the area around your plants after flowering to provide winter protection. Nerines resent root disturbance, so try not to move them once settled. Only lift and divide after several years if flowering begins to diminish.