Clivia miniata – Orange Bush Lily

Description

Clivia miniata – Orange Bush Lily

Family: Amaryllidaceae
Packet: 6 seeds

Description

Clivia miniata, also called Bush Lily or Natal Lily, is a South African evergreen perennial with glossy, arching strap-shaped leaves. Clumps produce upright flower stems carrying clusters of orange, funnel-shaped blooms, making this species well suited to shaded garden beds, sheltered courtyards and containers.

Key Features

• Flowers: Clusters of orange, trumpet-shaped blooms.
• Foliage: Glossy, arching, dark green strap-like leaves.
• Habit: Long-lived evergreen, clump-forming perennial.

Growing Conditions

• Position: Bright filtered light or dappled shade; protect foliage from strong afternoon sun.
• Soil: Open, well-drained potting mix with organic matter.
• Water: Keep lightly moist in active growth; reduce watering in cool weather and avoid waterlogging.
• Climate: Sheltered, frost-free conditions; suited to shade gardens and containers.

Seed Propagation

1. Prepare: Use sound, fleshy seed; sow promptly where possible, without allowing it to dry out.
2. Sow: Press each seed gently into the surface of a moist, free-draining seed-raising mix; do not bury deeply.
3. Conditions: Keep warm (around 20–22°C) in filtered light, with the mix slightly moist, not soggy.
4. Germination: Roots and shoots often develop over approximately 6–8 weeks; some seed takes longer.

Germination times are approximate. Clivias grown from seed can take several years to flower, and seedling flower colours or forms may differ from the parent plants.