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Zephranthes candida

White Fairy Lily

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Grassy-looking. Grows to 12" x 12". The plant looks much like a chive with flowers. The flowers will appear during the summer often following a rain. To enjoy extended bloom, it may require some additional moisture. It can even tolerate wet sites. This plant is evergreen. It will actually grow best in boggy situations in full sun.

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Tropical

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

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:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.