Zephranthes candida
White Fairy Lily
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.