Peruvian Daffodil, Spider Lily, Ismene x deflexa
Exotic-looking, award-winning Hymenocallis x festalis (Peruvian Daffodil) is a tender bulbous perennial boasting showy umbels, 8 in. across (20 cm), of 2-5 large, deliciously scented, white flowers in mid to late summer. The flowers open up to look like giant white spiders, but these spiders come with a wonderfully sweet fragrance. Resembling a daffodil, each flower features a deep central cup and 6 extremely narrow, curled petals. The blossoms rise atop leafless stalks, well above the basal foliage of strap-shaped, dark green leaves. Adding flare to borders and containers, this Peruvian Daffodil is a must for the evening garden where its citrus-like fragrance can be enjoyed.
Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
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Heat Zones |
6 - 10 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Amaryllidaceae |
Genus | Hymenocallis |
Common names | Spider Lily |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Mid, Late) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 8" (20cm) |
Depth | 4" (10cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
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Heat Zones |
6 - 10 |
Climate Zones | 5, 6, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
Plant Family | Amaryllidaceae |
Genus | Hymenocallis |
Common names | Spider Lily |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Mid, Late) |
Height | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 8" (20cm) |
Depth | 4" (10cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
How many Hymenocallis x festalis (Peruvian Daffodil) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Hymenocallis x festalis (Peruvian Daffodil) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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