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Scadoxus multiflorus

Common name: Blood Lily

Firecracker fluorescence from explosively rich, red spherical blooms

10 to 15°C
Good Cut Flowers
Good for Pollinators

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A beautiful new arrival for 2024 with as many names as it has flowers. Also called the Fireball Lily, Starfire Lily, Catherine Wheel and Poison Root amongst others, Scadoxus multiflorus bears wide, luscious banana-like leaves from April to September in lush, verdant shades. Attractive in its own right, leaves are ideal for jungle gardens or those of you who love a tropical vibe. From July to August a round head of up to 200 individual scarlet blooms emerges – drawing in pollinators and attracting admiring glances. Second to none in the ‘fizz’ department! Native to eastern tropics and South Africa, bulbs are ideal for planting in containers as they will need to be protected from frost and cold, damp weather in a greenhouse or conservatory over winter. Alternatively, plant in open ground and lift and store in autumn, replanting the following spring. Scadoxus multiflorus likes a moist, well-drained soil which is loam based. Position in full sun or partial shade with a south or west fa
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Key Information
Latin Name Scadoxus multiflorus 16/18cm
Common Name Blood Lily
Hardiness H1b (10 to 15°C)
Colour Red
Format Bulbs
Position Full-Sun
Height in Maturity (m) 0.60
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.40
Soil Conditions Loam Sand
Aspect South-facing, West-facing
Good for pots Yes
Good for Rockeries Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes

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