Gloriosa Lily

Gloriosa Lily (Gloriosa rothschildiana) is a standout vining perennial that bears unique exotic 4-5" flowers in shades of red and yellow. Also known as Flame Lily or Fire Lily, it grows 5-8 feet in a season, and is lightweight and easy to train up a wall or trellis with light supports. Plant in a sun to part shade location (6-8 hours of sun per day) in compost enriched, well-drained soil. Avoid intense afternoon sun if possible. Plant Gloriosa Lily 2-3" away from your trellis. Keep the soil evenly moist until shoots appear 2-3 weeks after planting, then reduce watering to once or twice per week, whenever it feels dry an inch below the surface. Tie the vine as it begins to grow up the trellis, just to get them started. Fertilize regularly during the growing season and enjoy a summer filled with tropical flowers! 5-8 ft. tall x 2-3 ft. wide. Note: All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. Toxic to squirrels, dogs, cats and horses.