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Unleash the Allure of the Spider Lily Hymenocallis Advance
Imagine stepping into your South African garden, a gentle breeze rustling through the leaves, and there, bathed in the golden sunlight, stands a bloom so exquisite it takes your breath away. The Hymenocallis Advance Large, often known as the Spider Lily, is not just a plant; it's an experience waiting to unfold in your own oasis. 🌸
With its ethereal white blooms and long, graceful petals that seem to dance in the air, the Hymenocallis Advance brings an unparalleled elegance and exotic charm to any space. Each bloom is a masterpiece, featuring a captivating central cup and delicate, spider-like filaments that truly mesmerise. You'll feel a sense of pride and wonder every time you gaze upon these unique flowers.
Why the Hymenocallis Advance is Your Garden's Next Must-Have:
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Striking Beauty: Its pristine white flowers, reminiscent of delicate spiders, offer a truly unique aesthetic. Get ready for compliments! 🕸
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Fragrant Delights: Enjoy a subtle, sweet fragrance that will gently perfume your garden, creating a truly inviting atmosphere. 👃
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Low Maintenance, High Reward: Perfect for busy South African gardeners, this bulb thrives with minimal fuss, leaving you more time to simply enjoy its beauty.
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Summer Spectacular: These beauties burst into bloom during our glorious South African summer, ensuring your garden is vibrant and alive when you want it most.
Effortless Care for Endless Beauty:
Cultivating the Hymenocallis Advance is a joy. Here's how to ensure it flourishes in your South African garden:
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Sunlight: They adore bright, indirect light or partial shade, especially during the hottest parts of the day. Think morning sun, afternoon shade.
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Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season (summer) but ensure excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging. During our cooler, drier winter months, reduce watering significantly as the plant goes dormant. 💧
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Soil: A well-draining, rich soil mix is ideal. Amend with compost to give your Spider Lily the best start.
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Planting: Plant the bulbs in spring (September/October in South Africa) just before the warm weather truly kicks in. Ensure the neck of the bulb is just above the soil line.
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Feeding: A balanced liquid fertiliser every few weeks during the active growing period will encourage abundant blooms.
Imagine the serene mornings, sipping your coffee, surrounded by these magnificent blooms, or the enchanting evenings, their white petals glowing under the moonlight. The Hymenocallis Advance is more than just a plant; it's an invitation to create your own personal paradise, a place of peace and breathtaking beauty.
Family: Amaryllidaceae
Common name: spider lily, Peruvian daffodil
Sun exposure: Semi-shade
Planting time: September October
Flowering time: March - May
Active growth: November December & April
Dormant: May August
Lifting time: June
Type: True bulb
Mature height: 60cm
Planting depth: Plant with the neck at the surface of the soil
Plant spacing: 2cm apart
Watering: Every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes
Position and soil
Loosen the soil before planting and add compost. Hymenocallis grows best in composted and well-draining soil. We suggest planting them in groups, between shrubs, for a fuller effect.
Further Care
For flowers in the home, cut stems 10cm above the bulb. Look out for snails and slugs that may attack their foliage.
For best results, feed with Hadeco Bulb Food.
