Unforgettably striking, this bright Alstroemeria from Blue House Farm in Pescadero is sure to liven up any room. Paying homage to its jungle-like coloration is its common name, Lily of the Incas, this bulb is native to South America, but local California flower growers have found it well-suited to grow in our neck of the woods. While non-fragrant, one of the reasons why Alstroemeria makes for such a great cut flower is its longevity: bouquets have a vase life of about two weeks with proper care. This quality of resilience helps them earn their status in floriography as a symbol of the enduring qualities of prosperity, as well as friendship.
Vibrantly colorful, richly blooming, festooned with awe-inspiring contrasting shades and those endearing whiskers for which they are famous, you're sure to love these beauties as a welcome to summer in the Bay Area. Color of blooms received varies based on the farms availability.
Care for these flowers by trimming their stems upon delivery, and doing so periodically, while changing their water daily.