Rock & Roll Peruvian Lily
Best compact perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting cut flowers.
The Rock & Roll® Peruvian Lily is an award-winning herbaceous perennial, celebrated for its striking appearance and suitability for cut flowers. It features vivid scarlet-orange blooms against brightly variegated foliage with creamy white margins edged in green. This variety offers continuous flowering from spring through early fall, making it a thrilling addition to landscapes or containers. It grows to a compact size, requiring average to moist water conditions and enriched, well-drained soil. Divide clumps every few years in spring for best results.
$39.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1618
/ 2844
#1618 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-2%
Below average
Brand
Monrovia Growers
/ Monrovia Growers
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting reliable, low-maintenance perennial color
- Gardeners seeking year-round visual interest and texture
- Floral enthusiasts who enjoy arranging fresh bouquets indoors
Who should skip it
- Minimalist gardeners wanting to avoid frequent plant division
- Casual hobbyists who prefer low-effort garden maintenance
- Sensitive individuals prone to skin allergies or irritation
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Variegated foliage and scarlet blooms create a high-contrast garden focal point.
Bloom Longevity
Continuous flowering from spring through fall provides reliable seasonal color.
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit makes it an ideal candidate for patio pots.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems and striking colors make these perfect for indoor arrangements.
Pollinator Attraction
Active nectar production draws butterflies and birds to your landscape.
Maintenance Ease
Requires regular deadheading and periodic division to maintain peak performance.
Key Specs
Brand
Monrovia Growers
Mature Height
2 feet
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Needs
Partial Sun, Full Sun
Bloom Time
Spring to Fall
Growth Rate
Medium
Water Needs
Moderate
Soil Type
Well-drained
Features
- Award-winning foliage and flowers
- Striking variegated leaves
- Blooms spring through fall
- Compact habit for containers
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Attracts pollinators, butterflies, and birds
- Drought tolerant
- Continuous bloom with deadheading
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Rock & Roll Peruvian Lily upon arrival, noting the plants are robust, well rooted, and significantly larger than expected. The striking variegated foliage and vibrant orange red blooms provide outstanding visual appeal, making it a standout feature in gardens and containers. Reviewers frequently highlight its reliability and vigorous growth, confirming that the premium price reflects a superior, healthy specimen that thrives easily.
Know before you buy
This variety offers continuous flowering from spring through early fall. To encourage this extended bloom time, be sure to deadhead spent flowers regularly.
Yes, its compact 2-foot by 2-foot habit makes it an excellent choice for containers. Ensure your pot has good drainage to keep the soil from becoming waterlogged.
The Rock & Roll Peruvian Lily thrives in full sun to partial sun. It performs best in enriched, well-drained soil with moderate, consistent moisture.
This is a perennial hardy to USDA Zone 8. If you live in a climate with colder winters, you may need to treat it as an annual or move your container indoors during the winter months.
No, the Rock & Roll Peruvian Lily is not deer resistant. If you have deer in your area, you may want to plant it in a protected location or use deterrents.
Beyond regular deadheading to promote blooms, you should divide the clumps every few years in the spring. This helps maintain the plant's vigor and prevents it from becoming overcrowded.
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