& Nerine Mister John 10 Bulbs

Nerines have become an autumn essential in recent years, they are a must-have for adding the ‘designer’s touch’ to late season planting schemes. While the straight species N. Bowenii is widely available, we are pleased to offer Nerine ‘Mister John’ from the latest breeding programme in Holland, which brings a shocking magenta to the nerine colour palette. With up to 10 lily-like blooms per stem, this new nerine really stands out from the crowd, providing vibrant colour when other blooms are scarce. The tall clean stems and long-lasting blooms make excellent cut flower subjects. Treat as a container specimen plant or set out in full sun in free draining border soil. Plant Nerine lilies in a sunny position in sandy, free-draining soil. Nerine bulbs prefer shallow planting with the pointed tip protruding just above the soil surface. Nerines thrive when clumps become congested making them particularly well suited to growing in containers. When planting Nerines in containers, use a loam based compost such as John Innes No.2 and position in full sun. Water freely while Nerine bulbs are in active growth but during dormant periods, keep the compost just moist. After flowering, feed bulbs with a nitrogen fertilizer. In winter, outdoor grown Nerines will benefit from a dry mulch, such as straw, to protect them from hard frosts. Move container grown plants to a warm, dry position. Nerines may be slow to flower in the first year or two until they are fully established. Avoid moving them as this may further delay in the development of these colourful Nerine flowers. Ideal For: Patio, Greenhouse, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower Gardens, Coastal Gardens Hardiness: Hardy Position In: Full Sun Height: Up to 45cm (17.7in) Spread: Up to 8cm (3.1in) Ease of Growing: Easy for All Ease of Aftercare: Easy for All Features: Guaranteed to flower in the first year from planting A must-have for adding the ‘designer’s touch’ to late season planting schemes Up to 10 lily-like blooms per stem Perfect as a container specimen plant or set out in full sun in free draining soil Specifications: Model Number: T69409P