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Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia
Clivia miniata 'Belgian Hybrid Yellow'
Pronunciation: KLY-vee-uh min-ee-AH-tuh
SKU #02884
LIGHT:
Full shade
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A rare bright yellow flowered form. Broad, dark green, strap-like leaves form an attractive clump with rounded clusters of up to 60 yellow flowers on tall stems. A gorgeous accent, border plant or container specimen. Decorative seedpods often follow blooms. Highly durable and versatile, this is a great plant for dry shade settings. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late winter to early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Vase-Shaped |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant |
| Design Ideas | Plant in a shady location in a bed, border or container. Planted in masse they brighten those sometimes colorless shade gardens. Use indoors or out for a tropical look when in bloom. The glossy, strappy foliage adds interests year round. |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Fatsia (Fatsia); Flowering Maple (Abutilon); Elephant Ears (Colocasia); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in rich, fast-draining soil, in dappled to deep shade; avoid direct sun exposure. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system, allowing soil to dry slightly between intervals. Tolerates moderate drought, once established. Divide every 3 to 4 years, after flowering. May be overwintered indoors in cold climates. |
| History | C. miniata is native to South Africa. The first plants were sent to England in 1820 where Kew Gardens botanist John Lindley began cultivating them. He named them in honor of Lady Clive, Duchess of Northumberland, who cultivated many of Mr. Lindley's plants in her conservatory. Over the years, many hybrids of C. miniata were developed throughout England, Belgium and Germany. The Belgian Hybrid Yellow is coveted for its large blooms and unusual color. |
Details
| Description | A rare bright yellow flowered form. Broad, dark green, strap-like leaves form an attractive clump with rounded clusters of up to 60 yellow flowers on tall stems. A gorgeous accent, border plant or container specimen. Decorative seedpods often follow blooms. Highly durable and versatile, this is a great plant for dry shade settings. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Late winter to early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Vase-Shaped |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant |
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| Design Ideas | Plant in a shady location in a bed, border or container. Planted in masse they brighten those sometimes colorless shade gardens. Use indoors or out for a tropical look when in bloom. The glossy, strappy foliage adds interests year round. |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Fatsia (Fatsia); Flowering Maple (Abutilon); Elephant Ears (Colocasia); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in rich, fast-draining soil, in dappled to deep shade; avoid direct sun exposure. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system, allowing soil to dry slightly between intervals. Tolerates moderate drought, once established. Divide every 3 to 4 years, after flowering. May be overwintered indoors in cold climates. |
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History
| History | C. miniata is native to South Africa. The first plants were sent to England in 1820 where Kew Gardens botanist John Lindley began cultivating them. He named them in honor of Lady Clive, Duchess of Northumberland, who cultivated many of Mr. Lindley's plants in her conservatory. Over the years, many hybrids of C. miniata were developed throughout England, Belgium and Germany. The Belgian Hybrid Yellow is coveted for its large blooms and unusual color. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia produce flowers?
Late winter to early spring
Is Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia evergreen or deciduous?
Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia?
Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia resistant to pests or animals?
Dry Shade
How fast does Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia grow?
Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia?
Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia grows in an Vase-Shaped habit.
Where can I use Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia in my landscape?
Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia is suitable for: Border, Container, Houseplant.
How can I use Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia in my garden design?
Plant in a shady location in a bed, border or container. Planted in masse they brighten those sometimes colorless shade gardens. Use indoors or out for a tropical look when in bloom. The glossy, strappy foliage adds interests year round.
What color are Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia flowers?
Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia?
Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia?
Good companion plants for Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia include: Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Fatsia (Fatsia); Flowering Maple (Abutilon); Elephant Ears (Colocasia); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra).
How do I care for Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia?
Thrives in rich, fast-draining soil, in dappled to deep shade; avoid direct sun exposure. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system, allowing soil to dry slightly between intervals. Tolerates moderate drought, once established. Divide every 3 to 4 years, after flowering. May be overwintered indoors in cold climates.
What is the history of Belgian Hybrid Yellow Clivia?
C. miniata is native to South Africa. The first plants were sent to England in 1820 where Kew Gardens botanist John Lindley began cultivating them. He named them in honor of Lady Clive, Duchess of Northumberland, who cultivated many of Mr. Lindley's plants in her conservatory. Over the years, many hybrids of C. miniata were developed throughout England, Belgium and Germany. The Belgian Hybrid Yellow is coveted for its large blooms and unusual color.
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