Nerine laticoma is a very hardy, deciduous, bulbous plant with a tuft of broad, glossy, strap-shaped leaves and quite a large bulb, is a geophyte endemic to Southern Africa
A summer-growing plant, from January to March, each bulb sends up a long, flowering stem that has a rounded head of absolutely beautiful pink flowers that attract pollinating insects. There is also a rare, white-flowered form.
The Vlei Lily makes a wonderful show in the garden when planted in groups. It is also a beautiful plant for rockeries or containers, but they do require deep containers that are well-drained.
These bulbs require well-drained, compost-rich soil in sun or light semi-shade. Water well in summer but keep as dry as possible in winter.
Size: 30 to 35cm