About
A bulbous perennial to 30cm in height, with glossy linear leaves and funnel-shaped bright pink flowers to 7cm in length, in late summer and early autumn.
About the genus
Zephyranthes can be deciduous or evergreen bulbous perennials, with linear leaves and funnel-shaped or crocus-like flowers in spring, summer or autumn
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse, Bulbs
HabitTufted
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Mediterranean climate plants, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Native toMexico
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass plant 10cm deep in peat-free, loam-based compost with added sharp sand. Keep just moist in winter. Can be grown outdoors in frost-free areas, in moist but well drained soil in full sun. Protect from excessive winter wet
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown with bottom heat (13-18°C) when ripe or separate offsets in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free