Sunshine along with Sunset were the two original varieties in the 'Sun' Series of Intichancha alstroemeria which in 2024 increased to four varieties, they differ from other Intichancha varieties in the fact that they are very resilient to high Summer temperatures. As with the other three varieties Sunset is a good choice for growing in a large container on a Patio or indeed in a flower bed. Same dwarf habit as our other Inticanchas with flowering stems up to 30 cm tall. Best with some form of protection in Winter.  Inticancha and Inca alastroemeria are hardy down to -5 so they will need some protection in winter as we often get to -8.

During this year, we will be offering Sunshine as:-

Garden Ready Plants in 11cm pots. Orders for these need to be placed by the end of February, after which time we will close our order books. This gives us time to grow them ready for sending out in mid May, at which time they can be planted directly outside.

Jumbo plugs, these will be available to order from early March until the middle of April. Growing Alstroemeria from Jumbo plugs is a great way of saving money for experienced gardeners who can grow them in a heated greenhouse, but they are not suitable for planting straight outside. We recommend planting them into 11cm pots upon arrival and keeping them at a minimum temperature of 12c, by around the middle of May they should be ready for planting outside.

Flowering plants in 3lt pots will be available from late May onwards, but are only for collecting, no mail order.