| Clivia miniata is an outstanding shade plant in Zones 10 and 11 (Zone 9, too, with some protection from frost). It flaunts large clusters of orange trumpet-like flowers, followed by red berries, and glossy, strap-like evergreen leaves. Mostly March to April bloomers, in warmer climates blooming season can begin in December. Use them in borders. A great house plant for cold climates, set them outdoors in summer. Excellent as container patio plants elsewhere, as plants bloom best when pot-bound. Grow with ferns, Azaleas and other shade-loving plants. Fertilize monthly during spring and summer to encourage flowering. Divide in spring, though the plants like crowded roots. |
Along with the types that bear clusters of 10 to 20 deep orange flowers with yellow centers, growers offer varieties with salmon, yellow, scarlet, and white blooms.
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Attributes - Clivia miniata
Plant Type: Bulb
Bloom Season: Late Winter through Mid Spring
Flower Color: Orange, Red, White, Yellow
Foliage: Evergreen
Height: 1 ft. 6 in. to 2 ft.
Width: 2 ft.
Sunlight: Partial Sun, Shade
Climate: Zones 9, 10, 11
Notes: Container Plants, Fragrant, Long Blooming, Showy Flowers.
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