Rain lilies typically start flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
rain lily
Zephyranthes candida
The rain lily (Zephyrantes candida) is a small white flower native to Mexico and Central and South America. It is a perennial bulb that grows up to 12 inches in height. The flower itself has three petals with a bright yellow centre. It blooms after rain during the summer and autumn months. It's a hardy plant that prefers well-drained and sunny sites. It's a popular choice for rock gardens, walkways, and containers. It's also low maintenance and tolerant of dry spells. When given enough sunlight, it will reach its full potential and produce beautiful, fragrant blooms. A true delight in the garden!
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Offsets,Cormlet Propagation,Bulbils
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 10
Flowers:
White sometimes blushed with pink (or reddish pink) Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Rain lilies (Zephyranthes candida) should be watered on a weekly basis, so they receive about 1 inch of water each week. Water in the morning when temperatures are cooler and the soil is still moist. Rain lilies are native to tropical climates, so they are best suited to humid conditions. Avoid over-watering as it can lead to root rot. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. As long as the soil moisture is checked, rain lilies should be fine with once a week watering.
sunlight
Rain lilies (Zephyranthes candida) typically need 10-12 hours of indirect sunlight per day to do their best. While some varieties can tolerate full sun, it's best to keep them in a mostly shady or indirect spot. This ensures that the soil does not get too dry or hot. In addition, they should be kept out of strong wind, as it can damage the delicate blooms. Rain lilies also appreciate as much rain as possible, as their leaves and petals can easily dehydrate in direct sunlight.
pruning
Rain lily (Zephyranthes candida) should be pruned in late summer. Prune back the spent foliage to the base of the plant and deadhead any spent blooms. Divide the clumps every 3-5 years to maintain a healthy plant. If planting in the ground, divide the clump into smaller clusters with 3 or 4 corms per clump. For container-grown plants, you can divide the clump into clusters of 1 to 3 corms.
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Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Rain lilies typically start flowering in late spring or early summer, usually in May or June.
