About
Scadoxus puniceus, the royal paintbrush, is a bulbous, evergreen perennial producing the characteristic lance-shaped leaves and spectacular terminal umbels of showy, orange-red flowers of the genus. A dramatic and rewarding bulb for a warm, sheltered, frost-free garden or heated greenhouse.
About the genus
Scadoxus are bulbous, rhizomatous, usually evergreen perennials with spirally arranged, lance-shaped or ovate leaves and erect stems bearing terminal umbels of showy red flowers, sometimes with colourful bracts, followed by red to yellow berries. Grown in warm, frost-free gardens and heated greenhouses.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, naturalising.
Care notes
CultivationPlant at appropriate depth in well-drained soil.
PruningAllow foliage to die back naturally.
PropagationDivide offsets when dormant.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.