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Rain Lily Prairie Sunset

Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset'

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Overview

The Rain Lily 'Prairie Sunset' (Zephyranthes candida) is a captivating perennial, boasting grass-like foliage and enchanting cream to soft pink blooms that emerge after rainfalls from late summer to fall. It thrives in USDA Zones 7-10, reaching a mature height of 10-12 inches and spreading 6-8 inches wide. This sun-loving bulb requires well-drained soil, ideal for borders or as a ground cover. It's a low-maintenance addition for vibrant, post-rain bursts of color.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–10Type Bulb, Ground cover, WildflowerClimate Subtropical, Temperate
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — hence the name "Rain Lily." It\'s advisable to plant the bulbs about 2-3 inches deep and, image 43

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Bulb, Ground cover, Wildflower
Family
Amaryllidaceae
Climate
Subtropical, Temperate

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Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — This charming and robust species; the Rain Lily \'Prairie Sunset\', image 56
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — the Rain Lily produces enchanting crocus-like blooms that exhibit a blend of soft yellow, image 59
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — is a captivating perennial that serves as a striking addition to any landscape design
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — adding a touch of ephemeral beauty to the landscape year after year; bulb / ground cover, image 69
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — white flowers in the garden; is a captivating perennial that serves as a striking addition to any
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — The Rain Lily 'Prairie Sunset' (Zephyranthes candida) is a captivating perennial; it's a, image 49
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — spanning about 2-3 inches in diameter
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — narrow green leaves that form clumps approximately 3-6 inches in width.<br><br>Ideal for, image 62
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — scientifically known as Zephyranthes candida; or as a pop of color amongst ground cover, image 54
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — This charming and robust species
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — spanning about 2-3 inches in diameter; this plant thrives in medium moisture, image 61
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — It's a low-maintenance addition for vibrant, post-rain bursts of color; the Rain Lily 'Prairie
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — or as a pop of color amongst ground cover; scientifically known as Zephyranthes candida
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — is a captivating perennial that serves as a striking addition to any landscape design; white flowers
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — reminiscent of a serene prairie sunset; often reaching heights of just 10-12 inches
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — adding a touch of ephemeral beauty to the landscape year after year; bulb / ground cover /
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — adding a touch of ephemeral beauty to the landscape year after year
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — hence the name "Rain Lily." It\'s advisable to plant the bulbs about 2-3 inches deep and, image 67
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — bulb / ground cover / wildflower for full or half
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — it promises to be a reliable performer
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — is perfectly suited for USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10; hence the name "Rain Lily.", image 58
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — the Rain Lily produces enchanting crocus-like blooms that exhibit a blend of soft yellow to pink hues
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — This sun-loving bulb requires well-drained soil, ideal for borders or as a ground cover
Rain Lily Prairie Sunset (Zephyranthes 'Prairie Sunset') — It's a low-maintenance addition for vibrant, post-rain bursts of color
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