About

A showy bulb, reaching 15-60cm, with upright stems, strap leaves. It produces bright flowers. 'Sydney' is valued in garden settings.

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

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers

Care notes

CultivationWell-drained soil, sun
PruningAllow foliage to die back
PropagationDivide offsets
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceRot in wet soil