Peppermint Spider Lily, Peppermint Surprise Lily
One of the most cold-hardy varieties of spider lilies, Lycoris incarnata (Peppermint Spider Lily) is a bulbous perennial boasting a dense display of large, white flowers, 3 in. across (7 cm), adorned with a pink stripe running lengthwise down the center of each petal. Held in umbels of 6 to 8 flowers, they open in succession from striped buds – an umbel in full display is a pretty sight. Emerging in spring, the foliage of narrow, strap-shaped, green leaves remains fresh-looking until it dies out in mid-summer when the pretty candy-striped blossoms emerge atop a leafless flower stalk. Unlike many Lycoris species, Peppermint Spider Lily is reported to require a hot, dry resting period to flower well. It is a lovely flowering bulb, adding a welcome spot of color when many plants are preparing to go dormant. It is perfect for the vase, too.
| Hardiness |
6 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Lycoris |
| Common names | Spider Lily |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Mid, Late) |
| Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread | 4" - 6" (10cm - 15cm) |
| Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
| Depth | 1" (3cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
6 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Bulbs, Perennials |
| Plant Family | Amaryllidaceae |
| Genus | Lycoris |
| Common names | Spider Lily |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Mid, Late) |
| Height | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread | 4" - 6" (10cm - 15cm) |
| Spacing | 4" (10cm) |
| Depth | 1" (3cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit |
| Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Lycoris incarnata (Peppermint Spider Lily) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Lycoris incarnata (Peppermint Spider Lily) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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