Little worries and lots of joy: Mom explained to me why CLÍVIA is the best plant for the home!

Care instructions for Clivia plants: tips on flowering, overwintering and general care

Clivia, also known as Hippeastrum, is a charming plant that can bring years of joy to your home and requires minimal care. Originally from the forest areas of the Republic of South Africa, the plant thrives in partially shaded areas and is mainly cultivated as a houseplant.

Flowering and care

Clivia rewards its owner with a beautiful stream of flowers several times a year. To ensure that it thrives in your home, create suitable conditions for it. In summer, you can also leave it in the yard in partially shaded areas, but do not forget to overwinter it indoors in the fall.

Low water requirements and easy care

The plant does not require a lot of water, so it is suitable even for busy houseplant lovers. It does not require any special care, it is enough to follow a few principles.

Winter rest period and feeding in spring

From October to January, Clivia needs a winter break. Ideally, place it in a place where the temperature varies between 10 and 15 °C. During this period, minimal watering is required. Fertilization should only be done in spring. Once the plant is well rested, flowers will begin to form under the leaves. Then start watering with water at 40 °C to accelerate their development.

Summer care and flower promotion

When the shoot blooms, fertilize it once a week and repeat this fertilization until August. A classic flower fertilizer is enough. During this period, water regularly, otherwise the leaves will wilt. However, be careful not to water too often, as this can lead to root rot.

Light requirements and caution when repotting

Clivia likes bright locations indoors, but avoid direct sunlight. In summer, you can also put the plant outside in partial shade, but do not move it too often, as it is sensitive to changes in location. If you need to repot the plant, do not do so until after flowering. Propagation is easy by division.

Tips for cultivating Clivia plants

• Give the plant a winter break.
• Do not move them too often so as not to disturb flower development.
• Fertilize regularly with a flower fertilizer during the active growth and flowering period.
• Spray the leaves as they develop.
• Remove the red berries after flowering if you do not want to stress the plant unnecessarily.

With these tips and a little care, your Clivia plant will bring you joy for years to come. Good luck!