Brunsvigia orientalis (3 yr 2023)
Brunsvigia orientalis is a dramatic species with open umbels of bright red to coral red flowers on burgundy-red stems.
Brunsvigia orientalis is a dramatic species similar to B. josephinae and B. litoralis known as Cape candelabra lily. It blooms in fall at about 18 inches tall with open umbels of up to 50 bright red to coral red flowers on burgundy-red stems. The six, large, tongue-like, bright green prostrate leaves follow and remain through winter. They lie flat on the ground and have a velvety texture. Keep lightly watered to dry when dormant in summer but maintain some moisture through winter to support the foliage. Plant the large bulbs with the neck protruding above the soil. This is a non-hardy bulb that can be grown as a houseplant or in a heated greenhouse or sunroom. It’s perfect for those interested in bulbs and houseplants and for succulent lovers looking to branch out. Our nursery-grown bulbs are 3 years old as of 2023 and can reach blooming size around 6-8 years old. Until then the foliage will be fantastic.
Common Name: Cape Candelabra Lily - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Amaryllidaceae (The Amaryllis Family)
Zone Hardiness: 9-11
Light: Full Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Orange
Bloom Time: Fall
Foliage Colour: Bluish
Class: Deciduous
Type: Tender
Soil Moisture: Dry
Stem Colour: Burgundy
Fragrance: Yes
Berries:
Benefits: Bees, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Coastal sands, riverbeds, or inland sandy areas generally at low altitude in the winter rainfall areas of the Western Cape, South Africa.
Award: AGM
Geographical Origin: Southern Africa and Madagascar
