Plant Overview
Elegant spikes of open pale pink flowers, striped or stained with deeper pink above basal rosettes of mid-green leaves. Any sunny or light-shady spot but looks great near the front of a border to take full advantage of the blooms.
Prefers a well-drained soil.
Makes an unusual and attractive cut flower. It’s gained so much popularity with florists that it’s earned the common name ‘bridal wreath’. Its long stems make it perfect for flower arranging, and last well in the vase.
From Chile.
Height and spread: 80cm x 30cm
Common name(s): Wedding Flower; Bridal Wreath; Chilean Bridal Wreath
Picture 2: Stan Shebs [CC BY-SA 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons