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glory lily 'Rothschildiana'

Gloriosa superba 'Rothschildiana'

Genus: Gloriosa
Family: Colchicaceae

About this plant

'Rothschildiana' is a deciduous, tuberous, tendril climber reaching a height of 2m. Leaves are lance-shaped and the upper leaf axils bear flowers, up to 10cm across, in the summer. The lily-like flowers comprise six reflexed red petals, with wavy yellow edges, surrounding a cluster of curved and protruding stamens

Growing Information

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Hardiness

H1C

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full Sun

Soil

Loam

AcidAlkalineNeutral

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Well Drained

Aspect

West FacingEast FacingSouth Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Plant tubers 7-10cm deep in early spring in John Innes No 2 compost with added grit in full light. Water freely once in growth and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every two weeks. Keep tubers dry and frost-free in winter and pot on in late winter if tubers are very congested

Pruning

Cut down top growth as it dies back after flowering

Propagation

Propagate by division

Pests

Aphids may be a problem

Diseases

Generally trouble free

Garden Uses

Uses

Patio Container

Planting Places

Wall TrainedConservatory

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumn

Size & Characteristics

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Habit

Columnar Upright

Time to Full Height

Two To Five Years