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Alstroemeria 'Little Miss Christina'
Alstroemeria 'Little Miss Christina'
Alstroemeria 'Little Miss Christina'
Alstroemeria 'Little Miss Christina'

Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’

£11.95

(39 customer reviews)

The Little Miss series of Alstroemeria are very compact in habit reaching only 15-25cm. Covered in a multitude of exotic looking cream flowers, flushed pink with yellow throats, continuously from June to November. Happy in borders and containers. Prefers well drained soil in sun or part shade. Hardy.

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Description

Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ is a charming perennial that features a compact habit and exquisite cream flowers, flushed with pink and yellow throats. This guide will help you successfully plant and care for your Alstroemeria, ensuring vibrant blooms from June to November.

PLANTING and AFTERCARE GUIDE
Best Planting Time
  • Spring: The optimal time to plant Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ is in spring when the soil starts to warm up. This timing helps the roots establish firmly before the blooming season, resulting in a robust and healthy plant.
  • Autumn: Alternatively, you can plant your Alstroemeria in early autumn. This allows the plant to settle before dormancy, encouraging better growth in the following spring.
Site Selection
  • Sunlight: Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ thrives in full sun but can also tolerate partial shade. Choose a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day to promote vigorous growth and enhance flower production.
  • Soil: Select well-drained soil. This plant does not tolerate waterlogged conditions, so ensuring proper drainage is essential to prevent root rot. Amending the soil with organic matter like compost will improve soil quality and drainage.
Planting Instructions
  1. Prepare the Hole: When planting Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’, dig a hole that is twice the width and the same depth as the root ball. This space allows the roots to spread comfortably.
  2. Soil Preparation: Mix compost or organic matter into the soil to enhance fertility and drainage. Alstroemeria benefits from nutrient-rich soil, promoting vigorous growth and abundant blooms.
  3. Planting: Place the plant into the prepared hole, ensuring that the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil. Gently backfill the hole and firm the soil to remove any air pockets.
  4. Watering After Planting: Water Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ thoroughly after planting. This helps to settle the soil and encourages the roots to establish. Ensure the area drains well to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Watering Requirements
  • Growing Season: Once established, Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ is somewhat drought-tolerant. Water moderately during dry spells, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between watering sessions. Avoid overwatering, as excessive moisture can lead to root problems.
  • Dormant Season: During the dormant season, reduce watering significantly. Only water if the soil becomes excessively dry, as Alstroemeria requires minimal moisture during this period.
Feeding
  • Spring: In early spring, apply a balanced fertiliser to give Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ a strong start to the growing season. This will support healthy new growth and vibrant flowers.
  • Mid-Summer: A light feeding in mid-summer can encourage continued flowering and ensure that your Alstroemeria maintains its vigour throughout the blooming season.
Pruning
  • Deadheading: Regularly deadhead Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ by removing spent flowers. This practice prolongs the blooming period, keeps the plant tidy, and encourages new flower production.
  • Autumn Pruning: After the last flowers have faded in autumn, cut back the plant to ground level. This prepares the plant for winter dormancy and promotes healthier growth in the following year.
Mulching
  • Spring: Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant in spring to retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Use organic materials such as bark chips or compost for best results.
  • Winter: In winter, adding mulch around Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ helps protect the roots from cold temperatures and prevents frost heaving, ensuring the plant survives through to the next growing season.
Supporting the Plant
  • Staking: Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ typically has sturdy stems and a compact growth habit, so staking is rarely necessary. However, in particularly windy locations, consider staking to prevent damage.
Final Tips

Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ is a low-maintenance perennial that offers a stunning display of blooms throughout the growing season. By planting it in full sun and well-drained soil, and by following this simple care routine, Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’ will reward you with continuous blooms from June to November. Incorporate this beautiful plant into garden borders or containers for a delightful touch of color that will enhance your garden all season long!

 

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Additional information

Plant Botanical Type

Perennial (herbaceous)
Pot Size

Flower Colour

Cream, Pink
Leaf Colour

Green
Varigated Leaf

No
Scent

No
Height

0.2m
Spread

0.3m
Blooms/foliage interest in

Summer, Autumn
Evergreen

No
Hardiness

mild to -5
Container

Borders and Containers
Sun/shade

Full Sun, Partial Shade
Soil Type

Chalk, Loam (Normal)
Soil PH

Neutral
Drainage

Moist, well drained soil
Hazerdous

No
Insect Attraction

Bees

39 reviews for Alstroemeria ‘Little Miss Christina’

  1. John (verified owner) –

  2. Anthony P. (verified owner) –

    Good healthy plant and packaged well .

  3. Anthea Kentish (verified owner) –

    Healthy green shoots appearing.

  4. Ann Owen (verified owner) –

    Lovely plants .Thank you

  5. Victoria Holloway (verified owner) –

    Good plant and service

  6. John Barker (verified owner) –

    Arrived very good condition strong healthy plants

  7. Gordon Sharp (verified owner) –

    Excellent quality, swift delivery, good value for money.

  8. Chris Lawler (verified owner) –

    All plants in excellent condition and well packaged

  9. Barry W. (verified owner) –

    Very quick delivery, beautiful healthy plant. Thank you

  10. Ali Taplin (verified owner) –

    Plant is very healthy and delivered in pristine condition

  11. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Healthy plant beautifully packed and delivered

  12. Colin (verified owner) –

  13. Tricia (verified owner) –

    Arrived Safely, Securely in well Packaged Cardboard Container. Plant Very Heathy in Appearance. I Reside High up in the Peak District so I Always Select Plants with ‘Hardy’ in their name. The Plant is Currently Outside Acclimatising to its new Location. Will Know Better how it Behaves Once it is in the Ground.

  14. Paul Kelly (verified owner) –

    The test will come when palnted out, but strong looking specimens were delivered in time and in good condition.

  15. Alison Jones (verified owner) –

  16. Colin (verified owner) –

  17. Samantha B. (verified owner) –

    Beautiful plant, arrived in bloom. Fantastically packaged as always. Thank you!

  18. Linda K. (verified owner) –

  19. Geoffrey Burley (verified owner) –

    Well packed, arrived on time, health plant with excellent roots and in flower

  20. Janice A. (verified owner) –

    My friend Christina was thrilled!

  21. Donna Lockhart (verified owner) –

    Lovely colours and doing well planted out

  22. Margaret T. (verified owner) –

  23. Ann B. (verified owner) –

    Delivered quickly and in good condition

  24. Helen (verified owner) –

    Lovely flowers well packaged and arrived quickly

  25. Elizabeth (verified owner) –

  26. Allyson Lawrence (verified owner) –

  27. Janet Buxton (verified owner) –

    All plants arrived in first class condition. Beautifully packaged and really healthy, well-grown specimens

  28. Alan H. (verified owner) –

  29. Maureen B. (verified owner) –

    Really healthy looking plant, superbly packed.

  30. Ruth Paul (verified owner) –

  31. Peter Dance (verified owner) –

    Good service and healthy plants for a fair price. Thank you.

  32. Gwyn Jones (verified owner) –

    I’ve bought Alstromeria plants from other grower’s in the past but the quality on these are far superior, thanks.

  33. Linda Brooks (verified owner) –

  34. Jim P. (verified owner) –

    All three well packed with strong roots.

  35. Nicholas Lia (verified owner) –

    Very nice plant, quite a few flowerheads

  36. Gillian D. (verified owner) –

  37. Barbara Forster (verified owner) –

    Again, the speed of delivery and packages were excellent. We have had these plants from you previously and have never been disappointed.

  38. VINCENT CAMILLERI (verified owner) –

    The best packaged pots I ever received by post. All plants got in excellent order. Just made another order yesterday as I loved the potted plants and the way they were packed.

  39. Muriel Ferrer (verified owner) –

    As above

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