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Bulb
Clump-forming
Acute ingestion may cause mild stomach upset
old H3-4 (intermediate between H3 and H4)
Dark Pink in Autumn
Green in Autumn and Winter
0.1-0.5 metres
5-10 years
nerine 'Zeal Giant'
Amaryllidaceae
Nerine are summer-dormant, perennial bulbs with erect leafless stems each bearing a terminal umbel of funnel-shaped flowers in autumn, and strap-shaped or linear leaves appearing after the flowers
'Zeal Giant' is a vigorous bulbous perennial with erect stems carrying umbels of deep pink flowers to 5cm across in late autumn, before the strap-shaped leaves appear
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Plant in early spring in a moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Protect in colder areas with a deep dry mulch over winter
Propagate by seed sown with moderate heat as soon as ripe or by division after flowering
City/Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Cottage/Informal Garden, Flower borders and beds, Cut Flowers, Gravel Garden, Mediterranean Climate Plants, Patio/Container Plants or Wall-side Borders
No pruning required
Slugs may be a problem
Generally disease free
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