Gloriosa superba 'Lutea'

Also Known As

Gloriosa lutea
Climbing Lily
Flame Lily
Gloriosa Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 3'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Gloriosa superba 'Lutea' plant details

Gloriosa superba 'Lutea' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gloriosa superba 'Lutea'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: colchicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, houseplant, long-blooming, toxic, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gloriosa superba 'Lutea'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lutea is an all-yellow version of the classic red and yellow gloriosa lily. Primrose, with chartreuse accents, the six wavy petals sweep upwards, forming a circular flower that looks like nothing else in the garden. Site this vine where it can climb up a fence, a slender wooden mailbox post or through an open shrub. And make sure to choose a spot where you'll be able to observe up close. You won't want to miss a single one of these fabulous blooms! Note: poisonous plant, do not eat.

By: Leafari

Originally from Africa, Gloriosa lilies are beautiful, easy to grow, and will multiply. A splendid low climber, easy to grow. Grows 5-6 feet high, producing many lily-like flowers of exceptional beauty over an extended period. Also suitable for potting and long lasting cut flowers. Zone: 8-10 (can be dug and stored in other zones, or grown as a houseplant). Blooming size +