Native to Central and South America, this little bulb forms a clump of narrow, glossy, dark green leaves. In the summer and early fall, it is covered with waxy white flowers. The foliage can burn back in the summer, but plants recover quickly in the fall. It tolerates a wide range of soils, exposures, and irrigation schedules. Plant in part shade in the low deserts.
Zephyranthes candida (White Rain Lily)
Zephyranthes candida
White Rain Lily, White Zephyr Lily, White Fairy Lily, Rain Lily 'Candida'
Native to Central and South America, this little bulb forms a clump of narrow, glossy, dark green leaves. In the summer and early fall, it is covered with waxy white flowers. The foliage can burn back in the summer, but plants recover quickly in the fall. It tolerates a wide range of soils, exposures, and irrigation schedules. Plant in part shade in the low deserts.
| Plant Type | Bulb, Perennial |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 7 (0° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Summer, Fall |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 1 (ft) |
| Spread | 1 (ft) |
| Spacing | 6" - 8" (in) |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: Wiki Commons
Image by: Wiki Commons
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