Description
Zephyranthes can be deciduous or evergreen bulbous perennials, with linear leaves and funnel-shaped or crocus-like flowers in spring, summer or autumn.
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 | Rain lily, Autumn zephyr lily, Peruvian swamp lily |
| Height | Up to 20 cm |
| Flower Colour | Red |
| Bloom Time | After fall |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
- 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
Zephyranthes Lily care
- The plants may be grown outdoors year round in moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in full sun
| Sunlight | Full sun to part shade |
| Watering | Medium. Apply just enough moisture to keep the soils from totally drying out. |
| Soil | Medium wet loamy to sandy soil |
| Temperature | Minimum 10 degrees C and above |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer. |
Zephyranthes Lily special feature
Flowers
Zephyranthes Lily uses
Ornamental Use:
- Effective in border fronts, rock gardens and along paths or sidewalks