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Flame® Clivia
Clivia miniata 'Monya'
Pronunciation: KLI-vi-a min-i-A-ta
SKU #02760
LIGHT:
Full shade
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Intense, deep red-orange flower heads are huge! Beautiful, robust-looking evergreen perennial is terrific in shady borders adding accent color where other plants won't grow. Excellent in containers. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant |
| Design Ideas | Exceptional beauty for light challenged spaces. Plant between buildings, on the north side foundation and around the base of an elevated deck. Vivid color among big leaf tropicals and beneath the canopies of shade trees. Thrives in coastal conditions and very well adapted to containers. |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| 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 | Native to the Cape region of South Africa, this exotic lily is grouped with the Amaryllis family. It was first classified by Hooker in the 19th century and again by John Lindley who finally named it after the Clive family known as the Dutchess of Northumberland. This improved cultivar was developed and introduced by Monrovia. |
| Lore | South African settlers called this plant boslelie, which means forest lily, describing the preferred habitat for the species in its homeland. |
Details
| Description | Intense, deep red-orange flower heads are huge! Beautiful, robust-looking evergreen perennial is terrific in shady borders adding accent color where other plants won't grow. Excellent in containers. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Exceptional beauty for light challenged spaces. Plant between buildings, on the north side foundation and around the base of an elevated deck. Vivid color among big leaf tropicals and beneath the canopies of shade trees. Thrives in coastal conditions and very well adapted to containers. |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| 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. |
|---|
History
| History | Native to the Cape region of South Africa, this exotic lily is grouped with the Amaryllis family. It was first classified by Hooker in the 19th century and again by John Lindley who finally named it after the Clive family known as the Dutchess of Northumberland. This improved cultivar was developed and introduced by Monrovia. |
|---|---|
| Lore | South African settlers called this plant boslelie, which means forest lily, describing the preferred habitat for the species in its homeland. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Flame® Clivia produce flowers?
Early spring
Is Flame® Clivia evergreen or deciduous?
Flame® Clivia is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Flame® Clivia?
Flame® Clivia is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Flame® Clivia resistant to pests or animals?
Dry Shade
How fast does Flame® Clivia grow?
Flame® Clivia has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Flame® Clivia?
Flame® Clivia grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use Flame® Clivia in my landscape?
Flame® Clivia is suitable for: Border, Container, Houseplant.
How can I use Flame® Clivia in my garden design?
Exceptional beauty for light challenged spaces. Plant between buildings, on the north side foundation and around the base of an elevated deck. Vivid color among big leaf tropicals and beneath the canopies of shade trees. Thrives in coastal conditions and very well adapted to containers.
What color are Flame® Clivia flowers?
Flame® Clivia produces Orange flowers.
What color is the foliage of Flame® Clivia?
Flame® Clivia has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Flame® Clivia?
Good companion plants for Flame® Clivia include: Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Fatsia (Fatsia); Flowering Maple (Abutilon); Elephant Ears (Colocasia); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra).
How do I care for Flame® 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 Flame® Clivia?
Native to the Cape region of South Africa, this exotic lily is grouped with the Amaryllis family. It was first classified by Hooker in the 19th century and again by John Lindley who finally named it after the Clive family known as the Dutchess of Northumberland. This improved cultivar was developed and introduced by Monrovia.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.