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I bought 12 Nerine Bowdenni bulbs from you in May 20 and put them in a container planter.
They did not flower in Autumn of 2020 but did flower a little last year 21.
I am ready to buy some in other colours but have a question.1. I think I planted them too deep. I want to raise the compost level in the container and move my already planted nerines higher so they are near the top of the container. Will this be ok as I’ve read they do not like being disturbed.
2. How far apart should I be planting them in the containers?
3. What compost do they prefer and should I feed them and if so with what and when.
Thanks,
Karen
Hi Karen
Yes you’re right, Nerines don’t like to be disturbed and this can unsettle them. However, this is when they are thriving. If they are planted too shallowly then yes I would be inclined to raise them. Nerines need to be planted with their necks above ground.
I would suggest using a mixture of 50% multipurpose compost and 50% loam-based compost such as John Innes No.2. You can give your Nerines a feed of diluted tomarite to help them on their way once you see signs of growth.
The Hart Family
