The Glory Lily, Gloriosa Rothschildiana, a spring planted tuber, is a climbing lily. They climb by exending tendrils at the tips of their leaves. Common names for this plant are gloriosa lily, flame lily and glory lily. They bloom in mid-summer with unique lily-like flowers that have wavy petals 4 to 5 inches across. The petals are crimson red with a yellow base. The petals are also edged in yellow. These fast growing plants can climb up to 8 feet on a fence or trellis. They can be planted indoors or outdoors. The Glory Lily can be used in pots and containers. They are excellent for cut flowers. All parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested.
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