About

An ornamental climbing plant, reaching 200-400cm, with vigorous growth for walls and structures. It bears showy blooms on the framework. 'Carsonii' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Gloriosa are climbing, tuberous-rooted perennials with tendril-tipped leaves and showy, lily-like flowers with reflexed, undulate tepals and long protruding stamens

Plant details

Suggested usesWalls, fences, pergolas

Care notes

CultivationFertile soil with roots in shade
PruningPrune to control size
PropagationLayer stems or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMildew in still conditions