Clivia Care

Clivia care

During the spring and summer growing seasons, a clivia needs regular watering but should be allowed to become dry to the touch between waterings. An automatic weekly watering will often be too much and can cause rot. Fertilize once a month with a half-strength dilute solution of 20-20-20 fertilizer.

How do you keep clivias blooming?

It is possible to force clivia to bloom once the initial flowering period is over. Clivia needs a cold period of 25-30 days in order to bloom. You can simulate this natural cold period by placing your clivia in a cool area with daytime temperatures at about 40-60 degrees F. (4-15 C.), but no lower than 35 degrees F.

How often should you water clivia?

Water clivia once a week in summer. In winter you can rely on nature to provide enough water. Make sure your clivia are planted in well-draining soil. They tend to rot if the soil becomes waterlogged.

Why are clivia leaves turning yellow?

Yellowing of younger leaves can indicate overwatering: a more-serious symptom. The potting mixture should dry out slightly between waterings when it is actively growing and completely dry out during the rest period.

What months do clivias flower?

Most bloom in spring, but flowering times do vary, depending on the species Clivia gardenii, for instance, blooms from autumn to spring, bringing welcome colour to the winter garden. They produce strong flower stems that are topped with heads of large funnel-shaped flowers in vibrant hues of yellow, orange, and red.

Is Epsom salt good for clivias?

This can be remedied by using magnesium sulphate or Epsom Salts. There are several different ways to germinate clivia seeds, but perhaps the easiest way for the novice is to simply place them on the surface of a pot containing your seed-raising mix. The mix can either be in pots (not too large) or seed-raising trays.

Should I mist my clivia?

Keep the soil moist but not wet, which may mean misting the soil or gently adding more water with a watering can twice a week, or more often as needed. The foliage grows quite slowly but the root system can reach around four inches deep by the time plants are six months old, when they can be repotted.

Do clivias like sun or shade?

Clivias will grow in shade, but may become 'leggy' if grown in deep shade. They will still flower, but not prolifically. Aim for good light in autumn and spring, but avoid strong sunlight in the summer months. Best grown in fertile, well-drained soil.

Do clivias do well in pots?

Can you grow cliva in pots? Potted clivias look lovely on a patio or decorating a shady courtyard. In pots and containers, clivias like to be pot bound and can be left undisturbed for many years. You can grow them beautifully for more than 20 years without ever disturbing the roots by repotting.

Should I cut yellow leaves off?

Pulling Away Yellow or Brown Leaves Trimming or plucking away yellowing or dead leaves is an easy way to help prevent any unwelcome plant pests from settling onto your plant, which are attracted to decaying or dead leaves more than healthy ones, and they are more likely to appear on a struggling plant.

Do yellow leaves mean over watering?

Overwatering Watering issues are generally the most common cause of yellowing leaves. When your plants are overwatered, the performance and vigor decrease. Oxygen is being pushed out of the soil, and the roots are simply “under aired” and suffocating.

Do yellow leaves mean over or underwatering?

Yellowing leaves: Usually accompanied by new growth falling, yellow leaves are an indication of overwatering. However, yellow, curling lower leaves can also be an indication of underwatering. Check the soil for moisture to decide which it may be.

How long does a clivia plant live?

Clivia can live for many years and grows to around 45cm high and 30-40cm wide.

How many times a year do clivias flower?

In fact, most mature clivias will flower twice a year, occasionally even more. Expect at least one blooming session in winter (it's their normal season), but it's certainly not unusual to see them bloom again in the summer and sometimes yet again in the fall.

When should I stop watering my clivia?

Stop. The clivia must have a rest period during most of the late winter months. The soil should be dry to maintain a dormant period. The rest period should continue through most of the winter months and not be broken by light waterings until the end of January or early in February.

What does baking soda do for plants?

Baking soda helps the plants become less acidic and prevents fungal growth.

What kind of potting soil for clivia?

Clivias do best in a mixture of potting soil combined with sand or peat moss for good drainage, so the plant isn't too wet.

Can I sprinkle Epsom salt around plants?

Adding Epsom salt is a simple way to increase the health of their blooms, and is something that you can include easily as a part of a normal routine. For potted plants, simply dissolve two tablespoons of Epsom salt per gallon of water, and substitute this solution for normal watering once a month.

What do you do with clivias after they bloom?

After the rest period, resume regular watering and relocate to a warmer location (60-75°F). The plant should begin to bloom in 6-12 weeks. Cut flower stalks off at the base after blooming to prevent seed formation. As clivias bloom best when pot-bound, repotting should be necessary only every 3-5 years.

Why is my clivia not flowering?

Clivia are subject to weather conditions like other plants. They need at least 6 weeks of cold weather to flower. After this cold spell, the warming temperatures prompt the plant to commence flowering. Plants that are kept in pots inside a warm house may miss this cold spell and not flower.