Gloriosa Rothschildiana

Common name: Glory Lily

You will appreciate the beauty of this rare, vibrant lily and you will bring a splash of colour to your garden.

5 to 10°C
Good for Pollinators

Available as:

What will I receive?
1 for £14.00
just £14.00 each
5 for £24.00
just £4.80 each
- +
Add to Wish List

Free UK Delivery on orders of £85

No Quibble Guarantee

Haylofters also love

Tell Me More...
Twirling and swirling exotic lily bloomsThis deciduous, tuberous climber is a rare and exciting treat for your summer planting. Gloriosa superba 'Rothschildiana' is elongated and elegant in both foliage and flower. This deciduous perennial has vibrant red and yellow, eye-catching lily-like blooms which are sure to capture everyone's attention when they bloom in June to August. With a myriad of common names such as Glory Lily, Flame Lily and Tiger Claw it is easy to see how this exciting plant has captivated the imagine of bystanders as it really does resemble these popular descriptions. Originating from East Africa and Asia, Gloriosa superba 'Rothschildiana' will climb and grow to a height of around 2 metres over the warm summer months, providing an abundance of 10cm flowers with 6 reflexed red petals that are edged in yellow and have a swirling, wave-like yellow edge.A drought tolerant, tender perennial, Gloriosa superba 'Rothschildiana' will thrive in well-drained soil that has full sun and enjoys a sheltered aspect. Against a warm wall or in a container that can be moved out of harm's way during inclement weather would be a perfect spot. With a hardiness rating of H1c 'Rothschildiana' is only tolerant of temperatures down to 5 C so will require overwintering in a heated greenhouse or conservatory. It could also be grown as an annual and as a houseplant.
When To Plant

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Planting Month

Foliage Month

Flowering Month

Key Information
Latin Name Gloriosa Rothschildiana 15/20cm 1 bag
Common Name Glory Lily
Hardiness H1c (5 to 10°C)
Colour Red
Type Perennial
Format Bare Roots
Position Full-Sun
Height in Maturity (m) 2.00
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.50
Soil Conditions Loam
Climbing Yes
Aspect East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Good for pots Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes

Our Story

Hayloft was founded by Yvonne in 1992. Since then we have grown into one of the UK’s favourite online plant nurseries.

Read our story