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Zephyranthes verecunda

Also Known As

  • Bashful Rain Lily
  • Dwarf Mexican Rain Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 3"
  • W: 3"

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

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Zephyranthes verecunda plant details

Zephyranthes verecunda is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zephyranthes verecunda

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: amaryllidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 IN wide, 3 IN tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zephyranthes verecunda

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A reasonably hardy white to pinkish species from Northern Mexico, like the others it tends to flower sporadically after summer rains.

Gardening facts about Zephyranthes verecunda plant

How to Grow Zephyranthes verecunda

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy
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