We have a new set of blooms in the backyard of the Fawnview Ranch. The white spider lily plants have decided to show themselves. Spider lily is the common name for a number of different plant species within the family Amaryllidaceae which belong to the genera Lycros; a genus of about 20 species of flowering plants formerly treated in the family Liliaceaepider lily.
Perhaps the summer's most magical bulb, spider lily pops up, seemingly overnight, with its colorful flowers sitting tall upon a single stem. The exotic look of the long petals and stamens accounts for the common name. It also bears the monikers hurricane lily (because of its bloom season) and naked ladies (the flowers appear without leaves).
With trumpet shaped blooms that resemble an amaryllis, spider lily forms a brilliant border in partially shaded places.
Light: Part Sun, Sun Type: Bulb Height: 6 inches to 3 feet
Width: Up to 1 foot Color: Blue, Orange, Pink, Red, White
Foliage Color: Chartreuse/Gold Season: Fall Bloom or Summer Bloom
Added Benefits: Attracts Birds, Cut Flowers
By clicking HERE you can take a look at some of the other colors
It is useful to deadhead the plants. In other words, remove dead blooms as they begin to fade to prevent the plant from seeding. Seeding requires significant energy, and deadheading allows the plant to rest and flower more than once.
Also.. dig out and divide mature bulbs as soon as the lily's leaves begin to yellow. After 4 or 5 years, crowding and sinking can hinder flowering in these plants. Replant the bulb necks slightly above the soil surface.
NOW THIS IS SOMETHING WE DIDN'T KNOW (OR PERHAPS FORGOT)
This is not a picture of Monarch butterflies.
Nor is this of a Monarch caterpillar.
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