Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Alstroemeria 'Zaprilet'
Princess Letizia Peruvian Lily
- Family
- Alstroemeriaceae
- Height
- 10 to 14 inches
- Width
- Approximately 18 inches
- Flower color
- Deep red with yellow throats and burgundy stripes
- Foliage color
- Dark green, lance-shaped leaves
- Bloom time
- Late spring to mid-fall
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Maintenance
- Low; deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 7 to 10
- Wildlife
- Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
About this plant
Alstroemeria 'Zaprilet' showcases rich red, funnel-shaped flowers with a vibrant yellow throat accented by delicate speckles, creating a lively contrast. This dwarf cultivar blooms generously from late spring through summer, making it a perfect choice for compact spaces, containers, or garden borders. Its lush green foliage complements the vivid blooms, enhancing its ornamental appeal.
Bred for its compact size and vibrant colors, 'Zaprilet' offers both beauty and versatility in a variety of settings. Its long flowering season and eye-catching hues make it a favorite for adding warmth and elegance to smaller garden spaces or patio displays.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Hummingbird Gardens · Rain Gardens
Companion plants
Ferns · Astilbes · Foxgloves · Bergenias · Sedums · Columbines
Design tip
Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. Because it is easy about light, use it to carry a planting from a sunny end of the bed into the shadier side.
