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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!
Quantity
Plant profile
- Botanical name
- Zephyranthes sulphurea
- Flower colour
- Yellow
- Bulb size
- 5/+
- Established height
- 20-30cm
- Established spread
- 5-10cm
- Growing skill
- Requires specific conditions
- Habit
-
Clump-forming
Upright - Hardiness
- Half hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- No
- Plant spacing
- 90 bulbs per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- No
- RHS Award (AGM)
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
-
Loam
Sandy
Stony
Multipurpose compost
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
-
Pots
Large containers
Borders
Gravel gardens
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens - Sunlight
- Full sun
- Toxicity
-
Toxic if eaten
Skin/eyes irritant - Years to establish
- 1-2 years
Good for cutting
Perfect for pots
Pollinator-friendly
Thrives in full sun
RHS Recommended
Perennial
Packed in paper
Naturalising
Low maintenance
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