ABOUT US
Our Passion
Welcome to CenturionClivias, where our passion for Clivias take center stage. Our journey with these extraordinary plants began with an fascination that quickly grew into a dedicated pursuit.
What started as an simple interest has evolved into a serious hobby, culminating in our decision to focus on breeding Clivias in 2018.
At CenturionClivias, we are committed to cultivating Clivias that excel in color, vigor and form. Each plant is carefully bred to embody these qualities, ensuring you receive only the finest.
Our dedication to Clivias is not just a hobby but a true passion, and we take immense pride in sharing this enthusiasm with fellow enthusiasts.
-Paul & Karla Willer
Frequently Asked Questions
Clivias prefer bright indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. They should be watered moderately. We prefer to not have them dry out completely between watering’s. Avoid overwatering as it may lead to root rot.
Clivias thrive in well-draining soil. We prefer planting our Clivias in coarse composted pine bark.
Occasional feedings (4-6 weeks) with any balanced fertilizer can be used during the growing season. We prefer water soluble fertilizers as they give you better control on the amount of fertilizer your plants receive. Avoid fertilizing in the winter when the plant is dormant.
A well balanced fertilizer can be used throughout the year but to help with flowering and seed formation, we recommend you feed your plants with a higher potassium content fertilizer a from about a month before flowering until a month after it flowered.
Clivias generally need repotting every 2-3 years, or when the get root-bound. Repot in spring, choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one to avoid excessive soil which can retain too much moisture.
Common pests include mealybugs, aphids and spider mites. The amaryllis worm, also known as the lily borer, is a caterpillar that can be found on your Clivias from start of spring to end of summer. Clivias can also suffer from fungal diseases like leaf spot or root-rot is overwatered. Regularly inspect your plants for signs of pests and maintain proper watering practices to prevent disease.
Clivias typically take 3-4 years to bloom when grown from seed. Some Clivia species such as the C. nobilis takes longer than that of all other Clivia species and take 6 years or more to flower. Rule of thumb, a Clivia plant with 12+ leave can be mature enough to push flowers.
Clivias bloom best when they are slightly root-bound. Provide them with a period of cooler temperatures and reduced watering during the winter months to mimic their natural dormancy period. Follow-up up with a good fertilizer after the dormancy period. This may encourage blooming.
If your Clivia is not blooming, it might be due to insufficient light or inadequate temperature changes, or simply being to young. Ensure it has a period of cooler temperatures and proper light conditions.
Yellowing leaves can indicate a variety of problems and should be investigated further.
Causes can include overwatering, nutrient deficiencies, fungal infection or sun damage.