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Rain Lily : Zephyranthes

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z citrina

Family: Amaryllidaceae

Above: Z. citrina, Below: Z. grandiflora Use: borders, containers, water gardens
z grandiflora

Plant: deciduous, bulbous plant to 12"

Origin: Central America, Mexico, southern US, Caribbean Islands, naturalized in parts of Australia

Zone
: 7 - 10

Flowers
: colorful, lily-like stars with protruding anthers

Foliage: grass-like

Culture
: full sun to part sun in rich soil. Heavy feeder and vigorous grower. Supple ample moisture to promote more flowers. In cold climates grow in containers and bring inside before hard frost.



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