(1/4) Gymea Lily Doryanthus excelsa flowering By Rexness from Melbourne, Australia [CC BY-SA 2.0] (Photo Credits)
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(3/4) Leaf of the Gymea Lily
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Gymea Lily
Doryanthes excelsaLarge leaves and large upright bright red flower heads. Grows best in partial shade but will tolerate full sun. Frost hardy although flowers can be damaged by heavy frost. Excellent accent plant or large container plant.
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Specifications of Gymea Lily
Preferred Climate SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Can it Handle Frosts? Likes Temps above 5deg
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
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