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Zephyranthes

Genus

Also called magic lily, fairy lily, rain lily, Rain lily

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Zephyranthes
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Typebulb

“Zephyranthes, commonly known as rain lilies or fairy lilies, are delicate flowering bulbs” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

Days to maturity30–45 days

“Days to maturity: 30-45 days from planting to blooming (varies by species and conditions)” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

LightFull sun to partial shade

“Sun: Full sun to partial shade; 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

WaterModerate watering during growing season; allow soil to dry between waterings.

“Water: Moderate watering during growing season; allow soil to dry between waterings.” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

Soil pH6–7

“Soil pH: 6.0-7.0” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

Hardiness zones8-11

“Thrives in zones 8-11; can be grown in cooler zones as annuals or in containers brought indoors for winter” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

Spacing4 in

“Spacing: 4 inches” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

Companionsornamental grasses, salvia, lantana, angelita daisy, desert rose, blanket flower

“Plant with: Ornamental grasses, Salvia, Lantana, Angelita daisy, Desert rose, Blanket flower” — How to Grow Zephyranthes — LizPlants

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