Is This the Longest Lasting Cut Flower? Perhaps. But, Beware.
From Beyond the Garden Basics by Farmer Fred
May 8, 2026 · 8 min
About this episode
The episode discusses the alstroemeria as a long-lasting cut flower while highlighting its invasive nature.
Is there a better-looking, longer lasting, cut flower than the alstroemeria? Is there a more invasive, underground spreading plant than the alstroemeria? Sometimes, to get to heaven, you have to go through a little hell. Also known as the Peruvian Lily, Lily of the Incas, Parrot Lily, Princess Lily, and “How the Heck Did You Get Over to the Other Side of the Garden?”, alstroemerias can easily last two weeks as a cut flower. Longer, if you are conscientious about clean water and floral preservatives (more on that below). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit gardenbasics.substack.com/subscribe
People in this episode
Host: Farmer Fred
Topics covered
- cut flowers
- alstroemeria
- flower care
- invasive plants
- gardening tips
Keywords
- alstroemeria
- cut flower
- flower care
- invasive plants
- gardening
Mentioned in this episode
Products: alstroemeria
Books & works: Peruvian Lily, Lily of the Incas, Parrot Lily, Princess Lily
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