Zephyranthes candida
Peruvian swamp lily
a deciduous bulbous perennial up to 20cm in height, with linear basal leaves and goblet-shaped white flowers 4cm across, appearing in succession in summer and early autumn
Synonyms
Argyropsis candida
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | White | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
North–facing or East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Tufted
- Potentially harmful
- Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Genus
Zephyranthes can be deciduous or evergreen bulbous perennials, with linear leaves and funnel-shaped or crocus-like flowers in spring, summer or autumn
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- South America
How to grow
Cultivation
Plant 10cm deep in any moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Protect from winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown with moderate heat as soon as ripe. Separate offsets in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Rock garden
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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