Scadoxus Multiflorus (Blood Lily)
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Description
Scadoxus multiflorus, also known as the Blood Lily, is a plant that really stands out. It does not look like a typical flower. When it blooms, it produces a round ball of bright red flowers held above bold green leaves. The unusual shape and colour always attract attention.
The Blood Lily grows from a bulb and is planted in spring. First, glossy, strap-shaped leaves appear, which already look attractive in a pot or border. In early to mid summer, a strong flower stem grows and opens into a perfectly round flower head made up of many small, star-shaped flowers with fine red filaments. The flower is long-lasting and stays attractive for several weeks.
Scadoxus multiflorus likes warmth and bright light and grows especially well in containers. This makes it easy to place in a sunny, sheltered spot during the growing season and move to a frost-free place in winter. It is well suited to patios, balconies, conservatories and greenhouses.
Planting and care
Plant the bulb in spring after the risk of frost has passed. Set the bulb quite high, with only the lower part covered by soil and the top just above the surface. Water lightly at first, then more regularly once growth begins. During the growing season, keep the soil evenly moist and feed occasionally. After flowering, allow the leaves to die back naturally so the bulb can store energy for the next season.
Good to know
- Despite its exotic look, the Blood Lily is easy to grow
- It prefers warmth and bright light
- Ideal for growing in containers
- With winter protection, it flowers again each year
- Also known as Fireball Lily or Powderpuff Lily
- If you enjoy growing plants that are a little different and eye-catching, Scadoxus multiflorus is an excellent choice. Once you grow it, it is hard not to appreciate its unique appearance.
Height and spread:
Height around 40 to 60 cm
Spread around 30 to 40 cm
Planting information
- Dig a hole to the required depth. You can find this required depth for each type of bulb, tuber or root in the growing guides.
- Depth is measurement of space between the soil line and top of bulb or bare root.
- Set the bulbs or bare root in place, pointed side or sprout side upward.
- Cover the bulbs by replacing the soil and water thoroughly.
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Shipping schedule
We start shipping our spring planted flower bulbs in Spring. We start shipping by mid March.
Bulbs that are planted in spring and have a tendency to bloom in summer are called spring bulbs. Not to be confused with bulbs that are planted in autumn and bloom in spring.
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