Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Alstroemeria 'Inca Lucky'
Inca Lucky Peruvian Lily
- Family
- Alstroemeriaceae
- Height
- 8 to 12 inches
- Width
- 14 to 16 inches
- Flower color
- Creamy white with pink throats, and brushed green tips
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Spring to late summer
- Light
- Part sun to full sun
- Water
- Average, with good drainage
- Maintenance
- Low; deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 7a–9b
- Wildlife
- Bees and hummingbirds
About this plant
Alstroemeria 'Inca Lucky' is a vibrant hybrid that showcases a lively display of white flowers with light green highlights and a distinct salmon colored marking at the center. Blooming from late spring to late summer, it produces a profusion of flowers on strong stems, making it a great choice for both garden beds and containers. The bright, cheerful colors add a bold pop to the landscape, and its long-lasting blooms are perfect for cutting and use in floral arrangements.
Developed from hybrid breeding, 'Inca Lucky' inherits the best qualities of its parent plants, offering a blend of ornamental beauty and hardy growth. With its reliable flowering season and rich hues, this hybrid is an excellent option for gardeners looking to add color and vibrancy to their outdoor spaces.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens · Rock Gardens
Companion plants
Hellebores · Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Astilbes · Foxgloves
Design tip
The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
