Description for Zephyranthes Lily
Leaves are a deep glossy green and measure 3 mm wide. Flowers, which at first resemble a new leaf, but emerge from their papery sheaves to a stunning whiteness; they are erect in perianth.
| COMMON NAME | FLOWER COLOURS | BLOOM TIME | HEIGHT | DIFFICULTY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain lily, Autumn zephyr lily, Peruvian swamp lily | Mix colors | After fall | Up to 20 cm | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
The plants may be grown outdoors year round in moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in full sun.
| SUNLIGHT | SOIL | WATER | TEMPERATURE | FERTILIZER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full sun to part shade | Medium wet loamy to sandy soil | Medium. Apply just enough moisture to keep the soils from totally drying out. | Minimum 10 degrees C and above | Use any organic fertilizer. |
Caring for Zephyranthes Lily
- Plant 10cm deep in any moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
- Protect from winter wet.
- Generally disease and pest free.
- In fall before the first frost, dig dry and store bulbs for winter in a cool, frost-free location in a medium such as peat or vermiculite that is given minimal moisture.
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