Cyrtanthus elatus (Scarborough lily )

Other names: George lily , Knysna lily, Berglelie, Cyrtanthus speciosus, Cyrtanthus purpureus, Vallota speciosa

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Where to grow

Soil type
  • Chalky
  • Loamy
  • Sandy
Soil drainage
  • Well-drained
Soil pH
  • Acid
  • Alkaline
  • Neutral
Sunlight
  • Full Sun
Aspect
  • West
  • South
Exposure
  • Sheltered

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Cultivation

In frost-free areas, plant twice the bulb's height in humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun. In cold areas, lift and overwinter in a container in a cool dry site or protect with a deep, thick, dry winter mulch. Under glass, grow in loam-based compost with added sand and leaf mould in bright, filtered light. Water freely in growth and feed with a liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Rock, Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal

UK hardiness

H2

USDA zones

Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11

Sunset zone

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Moderate/Medium
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Low
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Clump-forming, Erect flower stem

Native to

South Africa

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Fragrance

Faintly sweet smelling in spring during flowering period

Toxicity

Not toxic

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