Scadoxus puniceus, Paintbrush Lily attracts butterflies slightly mottled leaves

slightly mottled leaves

An adaptable beauty of the Pacific Northwest will take more sun with more water

but don't be afraid of using it

new leaves when opening are pink-tinged

Scadoxus puniceus, Paintbrush Lily attracts butterflies slightly mottled leavesFrom tropical looking glossy leaves comes a fireworks effect, unlike other plants you've seen. Cheery yellow anthers sparkle atop a puffball of deep orangey red emerging from large purple tipped bracts. This South African native bulb prefers bright shade think forested ravine or streambank, wet leaf litter with good drainage, and some dryness during dormancy. Mature Size: 16 18 in T Minimum Temp: 5 F