Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Alstroemeria 'Inca Ocean'
Inca Ocean Peruvian Lily
- Family
- Alstroemeriaceae
- Height
- 12 to 18 inches
- Width
- 14 to 16 inches
- Flower color
- Lavender with white and yellow markings and burgundy speckles
- Foliage color
- Green
- Bloom time
- Late spring to summer
- Light
- Full sun to part shade
- Water
- Moderate, well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; remove spent flowers to promote continuous blooming
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 7a–9b
- Wildlife
- Hummingbirds and butterflies
About this plant
Alstroemeria 'Inca Ocean' features bi-color lavender flowers with a unique combination of yellow and white markings. The blossoms are adorned with burgundy speckles near the throat, creating a vibrant and appealing appearance. This cultivar blooms in mid to late summer, offering a long-lasting floral display throughout the season.
Originating from the renowned Inca series, 'Inca Ocean' was bred for its resilience and attractive coloration. Its showy flowers make it an ideal choice for adding color to garden beds and containers, where it thrives in a variety of growing conditions.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Heucheras · Lady's mantle
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.
