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Coral Chaos Peruvian Lily has a remarkably long flowering season, sending salmon-toned blooms from May until frost instead of peaking for a few short weeks and disappearing. Alstroemeria x Coral Chaos matures around 2 to 3 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, building a full clump that brings plenty of color without taking over a bed. The flowers are especially detailed up close, with yellow highlights and brown speckling that give this selection more depth than solid-color forms. We often recommend this variety for gardeners looking for both a cut flower and a border plant.
This Cornell introduction is a winter-hardy Peruvian lily with upright stems and green foliage that fills in nicely through the growing season. It is particularly useful in cutting gardens because the blooms can last up to two weeks indoors, giving it value beyond the landscape. In cooler regions it can flower steadily through summer and fall, while in hotter areas it may pause in peak heat before picking back up when temperatures ease. Use it in mixed borders, patio containers, or small groupings where the warm flower color can brighten nearby foliage and summer-blooming companions.
Coral Chaos Peruvian Lily Care
Plant Coral Chaos Peruvian Lily in full sun to partial sun in fertile, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. In hotter parts of its range, light afternoon shade helps the flowers hold longer and keeps the soil from heating too quickly. Good drainage is important year-round, especially in winter.
Water regularly while the plant is settling in, and keep the soil evenly moist but not wet during active growth. When the top few inches of soil begin to dry, it is time to water deeply rather than giving frequent shallow drinks. Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to support repeat flowering, and add mulch in very hot summer areas to help moderate soil temperature.
Remove spent stems as flowers finish to keep new buds coming and the clump looking fresh. Rather than shearing the whole plant, pull or cut old flowering stems down near the base so younger shoots can take over. In colder zone 5 gardens, a winter mulch layer is helpful after the ground cools, particularly where drainage is less than ideal.
Coral Chaos Peruvian Lily Spacing
Space plants about 18 to 24 inches apart so each clump has room to expand over several years. For containers, use a pot at least 16 to 18 inches wide with a rich, free-draining mix and enough depth to support the root system. In the landscape, pair Coral Chaos Peruvian Lily with daylilies and hardy geraniums for a long-season planting that balances the warm salmon flowers with cooler tones and contrasting flower form. In containers, combine it with nemesia and coleus for a fuller display with soft bloom color near the rim and foliage interest around the base.
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
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#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 30th |
| Zone 9 | March 30th |
| Zone 8 | April 6th |
| Zone 7 | April 13th |
| Zone 6b | April 20st |
| Zone 6a | April 27th |
| Zone 5b | May 4th |
| Zone 5a | May 11th |
| Zone 4 | May 18th |
| Zone 3 | May 25th |
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