1.Proper soil preparation is crucial for planting bulbs successfully. Well-draining, loose soil enriched with compost or leaf mold. Ensure excellent drainage; if your soil is clay-heavy, mix in some coco peat.
2.Ensure the bulbs receive 4 to 6 hours of sunlight daily, adjusting the light exposure according to the specific variety—some prefer partial shade while others require full sun.
3.Plant bulbs at a depth two to three times their height (e.g., a 2 cm bulb goes 4–6 cm deep) with spacing depending on size, typically 5–15 cm apart.
4.Water lightly after planting, keep soil moist but not waterlogged during growth, and reduce watering after flowering to let foliage yellow and bulbs enter dormancy. 5.Apply a low-nitrogen, high-potassium fertilizer when shoots emerge and post-bloom.
6.Avoid cutting green leaves immediately after flowering to allow energy storage.
7.Prevent pests and diseases by avoiding overwatering and treating bulbs with neem oil or mild fungicide before planting.
8.Store bulbs off-season by cleaning, drying in shade, and keeping them in breathable containers at 10–20°C with moisture absorbers; avoid sealed plastic and humid conditions."
Balcony
Use
Daily
Water Requirement
Orange
Flower Color
Non Fragrant
Fragrance
Gloriosa
Genus
Low
Maintenance
No
With Pots
Small
Size
Outdoor Shade,Outdoor Sun
Sunlight Requirement
Gloriosa 'Plantii'
Family
Colchicaceae
Origin
East Africa & Asia
Description
Plantii is an red / orange variety of gloriosa lily. The very elegant flowers are much smaller than that of G. rothschildiana. It is a tropical vine which grows to 5 . Each plant produces between 3 to 9 blossoms at a time.
Plant begins blooming with 3 to 4 inch flowers having not real fragrance approximately 2 to 3 months after planting a mature bulb.
Gloriosa Plantii bulbs climb gracefully with exotic lily blooms, adding a tropical touch to summer gardens. Flowers May–Aug (plains), Jun–Sep (hills). Plant Feb–Apr (plains) or Mar–May (hills).
Environment
Gloriosa lilies require sun and warm temperatures, but appreciate partial shade from hot mid-day sun. Plants thrive with increased humidity around them.
Gloriosa lilies prefer organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil. They like a sunny spot but produce best blooms when placed in locations with some afternoon shade. After blooming, dig, dry and store the tubers in a dry medium before first frost.
Plants respond well to warm temperatures, good water and moisture and ample feeding during the growing season
Landscape Use
Used on trellis or fences. Cut flowers last up to 8 days in floral arrangements.
Caution
All parts of the plant are poisonous ...
