Nerine bowdenii Vesta
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The name ‘Vesta’ has its origins in ancient Roman mythology.
It means ‘hearth’ and she was worshipped as the goddess of the hearth, the home, the family and domestic happiness. With a little imagination, you can see a connection with the Nerine Vesta.
Fortunately, we can at least enjoy its soft pink colours later in the autumn.
Nerine Vesta lives on a pink cloud just before winter sets in; it originates from South Africa and can survive a mild winter if you cover the bulbs well with leaves or similar. This flower-filled goddess does love the sun in summer.
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Lowest price per bulb
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Planting Nerine
Planting and caring for nerine bulbs
Plant nerine bulbs in spring in a sunny, warm and sheltered position with well-drained soil. Position the bulbs so that their tips and necks remain just above the soil surface. Leave approximately 10 to 15 cm between the bulbs and plant them in small groups for an attractive, natural effect.
Keep the soil slightly moist after planting, but avoid prolonged wet conditions. During severe frosts, protect the bulbs with a layer of leaves, straw or another insulating material. Once established, nerines can return for many years, producing beautiful flowers each autumn.
Read our complete guide to when and how to plant and care for nerine bulbs.
You can order Nerine bulbs from us from the beginning of the year for the coming summer season. We start shipping from early March, so the bulbs arrive in time for spring planting.
Nerines are autumn-flowering bulbs. Many varieties in our range begin flowering from September, bringing colour to the garden when many other bulb flowers have already finished.,
Yes. Nerines can remain in the same position for several years and flower again each season. We recommend leaving them largely undisturbed once planted so they have time to establish.
Several modern garden Nerines are reasonably winter hardy. During severe winters, we recommend covering them with leaves or straw to give the bulbs additional protection.
Yes. Several Nerines in our range are suitable for growing in pots, making them a good choice for patios and other places where their late-season flowers can be enjoyed up close.
Yes. Several Nerines in our range are suitable for cutting. Nerine is actually better known as a cut flower than as a garden or container plant.