Thursday, March 10, 2016

A long term relationship with a Clivia

Clivia × cyrtanthiflora

I've been growing this Clivia for at least two decades, having gotten a division from a friend. A hybrid between Clivia miniata and C. nobilis - the pendant flowers come from the latter species. Usually it flowers in summer, but after last summer's dryness, it chose to bloom now.  I have a friend who lives in my neighborhood who reports the same unusual bloom time.  Curious.

In any case, this is a tough and dependable plant.  While it does well in the ground, it also thrives as a potted specimen.  A great plant for a shady mediterranean climate garden.

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