Outdoor Clivia Lily Care Learn About Growing Clivia Lilies Outdoors

Can clivia be grown outside?
How do you grow clivias outside?
How do you take care of a clivia lily plant?
Do clivias like sun or shade?
Why do clivia leaves turn yellow?
What time of year do clivias flower?
Why do clivias not flower?
Where do clivias grow best?
Do clivias like fertilizer?
Does clivia need sun?
When should clivia be cut back?
How do I get my clivia plant to bloom?

Can clivia be grown outside?

While most clivias are grown as interesting houseplants, in suitable locations they can be grown as outdoor container plants. However, they must be brought indoors for overwintering. The attraction to clivia plants can be found in their stunning blooms, which vary in color from pale orange to red.

How do you grow clivias outside?

For best results, grow Clivia in bright diffused light such as a bright north window, or an east or west window shaded from the sun. They can be moved outside for the summer (in the shade or acclimate slowly to brighter conditions so they don't sunburn), but must be brought in before freezing weather.

How do you take care of a clivia lily plant?

During the spring and summer growing seasons, a clivia needs regular watering but should be allowed to become dry to the touch between waterings. An automatic weekly watering will often be too much and can cause rot. Fertilize once a month with a half-strength dilute solution of 20-20-20 fertilizer.

Do clivias like sun or shade?

Clivias will grow in shade, but may become 'leggy' if grown in deep shade. They will still flower, but not prolifically. Aim for good light in autumn and spring, but avoid strong sunlight in the summer months. Best grown in fertile, well-drained soil.

Why do clivia leaves turn yellow?

Over-Watering

Clivias develop yellow leaves and root rot if they are over-watered. They grow best when kept barely moist in pots with excellent drainage. Clivias bloom more freely when their roots are crowded, so don't re-pot until the bulb starts to push out of the container.

What time of year do clivias flower?

Most bloom in spring, but flowering times do vary, depending on the species Clivia gardenii, for instance, blooms from autumn to spring, bringing welcome colour to the winter garden. They produce strong flower stems that are topped with heads of large funnel-shaped flowers in vibrant hues of yellow, orange, and red.

Why do clivias not flower?

This could be due to too much/too little water, or a lack of sufficient feeding. The attractive berries on clivia plants do not need to be removed from the plant. Leaving them intact will not affect the next season's flowers.

Where do clivias grow best?

Clivias are easy to grow, but their position is vital. Early morning sun or dappled shade is best, with protection from midday and afternoon sun. Clivias planted out in the open will become scorched and unsightly on the first hot sunny day. In cold climate areas, clivias will need protection from frost.

Do clivias like fertilizer?

Clivia plants need to be fertilized in the spring just after blooming. Once you begin the fertilization process, you can do so monthly with a water-soluble, potassium-rich fertilizer. The mixture needs to be 20-20-20 at half the recommended strength.

Does clivia need sun?

They enjoy a position in full shade, but will tolerate dappled shade or a bit of morning sun. When used as patio plants, clivias grow best in containers with a diameter of between 10-25cm. Plant in a compost-rich, sandy soil mix. ... In the wild, clivias grow in woodland and forests from the Eastern Cape to Mpumalanga.

When should clivia be cut back?

If you aren't interested in growing Clivias from seed, it is best to cut off the flower stalks as soon as the flowers have faded. This will help your Clivia conserve energy that can rather be used for flowering and growing.

How do I get my clivia plant to bloom?

It is possible to force clivia to bloom once the initial flowering period is over. Clivia needs a cold period of 25-30 days in order to bloom. You can simulate this natural cold period by placing your clivia in a cool area with daytime temperatures at about 40-60 degrees F. (4-15 C.), but no lower than 35 degrees F.