Scadoxus multiflorus (Fireball Lily)

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16cm+ Bulbs
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  • Suitable for planting in sunny and partially shaded locations
  • Suitable for growing in pots and containers
  • Excellent for cut flowers
  • Fragrant
  • Summer flowering time
  • Green foliage colour
  • Red flowering Colour

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Product Description

Also known as Blood Flower, Catherine Wheel and Poison Root. An explosive round head of vermillion red fragrant flowers sits atop a fleshy, thick spring green stem. Exotic banana type foliage encircles the flower head seemingly symmetrically. The Scadoxus is found predominantly in tropical Africa, and it comes as no surprise that it prefers plentiful water and a well-drained soil. The Scadoxus enjoys half-shade and will even thrive in the most shaded areas and are well-known for being easy to grow. Flowers July to September. Height 60cm. Top size 16cm+ tubers supplied.

Plant Size

Mature Height 60 cm
Mature Spread 15 cm
Plant Spacing 25 cm
Annual Growth 60 cm

Planting Notes

Planting Plant at approx 10cm deep so that the top of neck is above soil level.
Soil Type Well drained, fertile soil

Growing at a glance…

Water regularly during the growing season and deadhead to keep the plant growing new flowerheads. Plant in any fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny location, at least double its depth below soil surface. Lift bulbs before winter and store them in a frost-free, cool and dry place like a garage or shed.

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