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Zephyranthes candida

Rain Lily

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This upright clumping perennial grows at a moderate rate to 1' x 1'. The leaves are glossy and dark green. Showy flowers appear in summer often following a rain. Accepts full sun to partial shade. Look for selections that offer a variety of flower colors including white, pink and yellow.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Pink, Yellow, White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Tropical, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.