These plants bring gorgeous color to your garden.
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Spider lilyis the common name of numerous plants, including those of the smallLycorisgenus.
Spider lilies are known for theirstriking blooms.
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Blue-green foliage follows after the flowering is finished and remains until spring.
Despite their common name, spider lilies are not true lilies.
They are part of theamaryllisfamily.
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The bulbs are best planted in the late summer or fall.
Choosing a location that receives at least five to six hours of direct sunlight on most days is best.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential for spider lilies.
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The bulbs can rot in waterlogged soil.
An organically rich sandy or loamy soil with a slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil pH will do.
Water
When theyre actively growing, spider lilies have moderate water needs.
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The soil should be kept lightly moist but never soggy.
Temperature and Humidity
Spider lilies dont tolerate cold temperatures well.
Temperatures below freezing can damage or even kill the plants.
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Humidity typically isnt an issue as long as soil moisture and drainage are sufficient.
So the best way to propagate your plants is bydivisiononce they are at least a few years old.
Plan to divide a clump right after it goes dormant in the early summer.
Opt for a container that’s at least 12 inches wide and deep.
It also should have ample drainage holes.
Another option is to plant your bulbs in containers that you bring indoors to overwinter.
That pointed tip must be slightly above the soil line for blooming to occur.
It’s not essential todeadhead, or remove the spent blooms.
But it can help to promote further flowering.
Bloom Months
Spider lilies bloom in the midsummer through to early fall (July to September).
How Long Does Spider Lily Bloom?
Spider lilies should bloom for a couple of weeks.
What Does Spider Lily’s Flowers Look and Smell Like?
Spider lilies get their name from the curved cluster of petals that resemble a spider.
Petals can bloom into several different colors, including red, orange, yellow, peach, and pink.
Their fragrance is soft and sweet, and not overpowering.
Remove foliage when it turns yellow and begins to wither.
However, they are not immune to growing problems.
This should occur in the springtime.
If leaves are yellowing when the foliage should be actively growing, that might be a sign of overwatering.
verify the soil is just slightly moist to the touch rather than waterlogged.
Both theLycorisgenus andCrinumgenushave the common name of spider lily.
The both belong to the Amaryllidaceae family.
It’s essential that anywhere you grow spider lilies has good soil drainage.
A fairly sunny spot is also a must.
The bulbs can be ideal for garden beds to fill in space after spring and summer flowers have depreciated.
Much like amaryllis bulbs are grown as houseplants, spider lilies also can be grown indoors.
You just need to have a large enough container and a bright window or grow light.
Lycoris radiata.NC State Extension.
