Hymenocallis festalis typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and June.
spider lily
Hymenocallis festalis
Spider Lily (Hymenocallis festalis) is an impressive perennial that grows up to 4 feet tall and provides a cascade of white petals that are adorned with yellow and green centers. It's a great option for wet and well-drained areas of the lawn and garden. The delicate spider lily blooms in summer, appearing to hug the ground with its arching stems. The beautiful blooms stand out when planted in masses, but these bulbs also make outstanding container specimens. Since the plant is perennial in mild climates, the spider lily will grace your garden through several growing seasons. It's easy care and drought-tolerant, and provides a vast array of beauty.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cormlet Propagation,Seed Propagation,Offsets,Bulbils,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
8 - 10
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Spider lilies should be watered moderately but regularly during their growing season, which typically begins in late spring or early summer and ends in early fall. Water the plant deeply once a week, making sure the entire root system is soaked. During hot weather, water more frequently and mist the foliage once or twice a week to help with transpiration. Reduce frequency of watering in the winter when growth slows, only applying enough water to keep the soil slightly moist.
sunlight
Spider lilies prefer full sun to partial shade, and should receive at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight each day. During particularly hot periods in summer, it is important to provide some shade during the afternoon to prevent sunburn. When planted in full sun, it is especially important to keep the soil consistently moist to help it withstand the intense rays. When planted in partial shade, it may be able to handle shorter periods of direct sun and may require less frequent watering.
pruning
Spider lilies should be pruned in late autumn or early spring. It is best to remove only the dead leaves and flowers and avoid pruning off any green growth since they are easily damaged and slow to regenerate. For those spider lilies that have become unruly, you can prune back any dead clumps or stems to the base. It is not recommended to do a major pruning on these plants.
Season
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Hymenocallis festalis typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and June.
