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Cyrtanthus sanguineus

by Johan Wentzel

Cyrtanthus sanguineus
Common Name
Kei lily
Plant Type
Bulb
Cyrtanthus sanguineus is a most rewarding species to grow, bearing large bright red or orange flowers in spring to late summer. A well drained, compost enriched medium and semi shade position is preferred.
Plant Description

Cyrtanthus sanguineus is a most rewarding species to grow, bearing large bright red or orange flowers in spring to late summer. A well drained, compost enriched medium and semi shade position is preferred. Once planted, do not disturb the bulbs again.

Cyrtanthus sanguineus must be kept dry in winter otherwise it will not flower. It is well suited to planting on a rockery.

 

Afrikaanse Naam
Kei lelie
Hardiness
Hardy
Position
Semi shade
Water Requirements
Water wise
Evergreen
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flowering Time
Early summer
Flower Colour
Orange
Shape
Clump forming
Soil
Loam
Plant Size
<30cm
Region
Eastern Cape
Habitat
Rocky outcrops
Grown by Wildflower Nursery
Yes

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