Zephranthes atamasco |
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Zephyr Flower, Atamasco Lily |
Description
This perennial will grow less than 1' tall and has large, glossy green, grass-like leaves with white fragrant flowers in that bloom from bulbs in spring. It tolerates full sun to full shade with well draining, moist soil. If Atamasco Lily does not get enough water, it will not bloom.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Water Garden, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.