This question was asked by
– Deborah

I purchased 3 bulbs from RHS Chelsea and I would like to know if I can plant them in a patio pot/ container of what size and how tall will they grow?

Hello there,
Here are some guides for your Gloriosa Rhhizomes which can reach upto 3metres in height.

Gloriosa Lilies like a well-drained soil.
We advise starting off your gloriosa rhizomes in a pot indoors before transferring them outside during the summer months.
However, you can find a suitable location in your garden or, preferably, plant in pots with suitable drainage holes to prevent waterlog.
While gloriosa lilies will grow well in most moderately fertile soil, they will not survive in soggy soil or standing water.
When planting in pots, plant 3 Rhizomes to a 14-16 inch pot.
Use a multi-purpose compost or John Innes No. 3 for your Gloriosa.
Site your Gloriosa Lilies where they will receive full sun to light shade.
Plant the Rhizome 3-4″ deep and 6-8″ apart. The tip of the Rhizome can point out the top of the soil by an inch.
Take care NOT to touch the growing points on the bulbs; bumping and abraiding this area tends to reduce sprouting.
The root and shoot come from the same end and need to be planted downwards on a 45 degree angle in a triangle formation. They’ll figure out which way is up.
It’s often helpful to add a support for the vines to clamber up. Preferably a one stake per bulb.
After planting, water your Gloriosa lilies generously, soaking the soil to settle it around the bulbs.
Roots and sprouts will form in a few weeks and these plants flower at a young age. (If the soil in your area is still quite cool wait until it warms before planting.)

Gloriosa (Pack of 3 Rhizomes/Bulbs) (SKU17645)

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This question was asked by
– Ray Burns

When is the absolute latest you would plant out these bulbs. Thanks

Hello there,

These ideally need planting in the Autumn for flowering in May/June time. We dispatch these from the end of September to November.

Allium Globemaster (Pack of 3 Bulbs) (harts1111)

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This question was asked by
– Margaret Sinclair

I live in the Orkney Islands, north of Scotland, would it be too cold here for these, or can I grow them indoors?

Hi there,
Yes North Scotland is fine for planting Eucomis Sparkling Burgundy outside.

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This question was asked by
– Paulette Calder

Hello, do you remove the flower stalks when spent? I know to leave the foliage to feed the bulb.

Yes remove the stem of your camassia once they have turned brown and hollow.

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This question was asked by
– Michael Wain

Hi, I have had a very large collection of lilies for the last 20 years, but it has been devastated by lily beetle for the last 2 seasons. I have a daily routine of checking the the beetles but I’ll have to destroy about 1/3 of my collection this year. I’m reluctant to replace my destroyed lilies with new lily bulbs. If I replace them with other summer bulbs such as Crinum, Eucomis, Hymenocallis and Liatris, will these be affected by lily beetle.
Regards
Mike Wain

Good news! None of these varieties will attract the lily beetle.

Do you have Fritiallaria (Crown Imperials)? If so, these also attract the Lily Beetle unfortunately.

The lily beetle doesn’t affect the condition of the bulb or the flower, it just makes the foliage look unsightly, so you won’t need to destroy your lilies. Leave them to flower and die back this year. I would maybe try planting a Garlic bulb alongside your lily bulbs. This has been reported to be quite successful against lily beetles. Also, we do sell a lily beetle repellent that you could try for next season.

Lily Beetle Prevention (SKU17972)

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This question was asked by
– Len Hooper

Just a thank you, that Lily beetle spray is great, just one spray, and no more beetles 👍👍

Thank you for the feedback! Thats great to hear

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