Zephyranthes sulphurea
Zephyranthes sulphurea
Zephyranthes sulphurea
Zephyranthes sulphurea
Zephyranthes sulphurea
Zephyranthes sulphurea
Zephyranthes sulphurea
Zephyranthes sulphurea

Zephyranthes sulphurea

"Yellow rain lily"

Zephyranthes sulphurea

15 bulbs — £3.75

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Description

Let the gleaming golden faces of Zephyranthes sulphurea bring a long-lasting glow to your summer garden! Although Zephyranthes are commonly known as rain lilies, this species will pour nothing but floods of sunshine into the garden with its lovely yellow blooms, particularly if planted in close groups or swathes. These petite plants have narrow foliage and dainty flowers with pointed petals, their appearance is not too dissimilar to that of a species tulip. Unlike tulips, you can expect to see yellow Zephyranthes appear for a summer and autumn show.

To enjoy Zephyranthes sulphurea at their best, they’ll need a sunny position with free draining soil. They’re compact enough to be grown in narrow spaces and quite like to be crowded, this makes them ideal for planting in a border or pot which is next to a wall or building. In such a position, Zephyranthes sulphurea will enjoy extra warmth during summer which they love, and also some shelter from the harshest weather during winter. Yellow rain lilies aren’t completely hardy, but they will cope in areas with mild winters where temperatures fall no lower than around -5°C.

Zephyranthes sulphurea is a must-have for any avid gardener. With its vibrant yellow flowers and ability to withstand various weather conditions, it will add a beautiful touch to any outdoor space. Its easy maintenance makes it perfect for both experienced and novice gardeners alike. Get ready to add some zest to your garden with Zephyranthes sulphurea!

Key features

  • Good for cutting

  • Perfect for pots

  • Comes back every year

  • Loved by pollinators

  • Naturalising

  • Thrives well in full sun

  • Packed in paper bags

  • Low maintenance

  • RHS Award (AGM)

  • May need winter cover

Specs & details

  • Botanical name

    Zephyranthes sulphurea

  • Flower colour

    Yellow

  • Bulb size

    5/+

  • Established height

    20-30cm

  • Established spread

    5-10cm

  • Plant spacing

    90 bulbs per m2

  • Leaf colour

    Green

  • Habit

    Clump-forming
    Upright

  • Life cycle

    Perennial
    Naturalising

  • Hardiness

    Half hardy

  • Years to establish

    1-2 years

  • Sunlight

    Full sun

  • Position

    Sheltered

  • Suitable for

    Pots
    Large containers
    Borders
    Gravel gardens
    Cottage gardens
    Low maintenance gardens
    Cut flower gardens

  • Soil acidity

    Any

  • Soil moisture

    Free draining

  • Soil type

    Loam
    Sandy
    Stony
    Multipurpose compost
    Loam-based compost

  • RHS Award (AGM)

    Yes

  • Growing skill

    Requires specific conditions

  • Scented

    No

  • Pollinator-friendly

    Yes

  • Mouse resistant

    No

  • Rabbit resistant

    No

  • Deer resistant

    No

  • Toxicity

    Toxic if eaten
    Skin/eyes irritant

Useful information

  • Orders placed until 29 February 2025
    You can expect your order in February/March 2025

    Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
    You can expect your order in March/April 2025

    Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
    You can expect your order within 10 business days

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