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Nerine

Nerine bowdenii

Shimmering pink lily-stars in October when little else is flowering.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Well-drained, sandy

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Perennial

Hardiness

Hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks Nerine seeds suited to UK growing, including cold-hardy varieties for London's climate.

Crocus

Offers specialist pots with drainage for Nerine bulbs, essential for London's wet winters.

Amazon UK

Provides quality bulb planters and specialist tools for planting Nerine bulbs correctly.