Please note:

These bulbs are pre-order items and are expected to be dispatched in the last week of August or the first week of September, weather permitting.
Our specialist growers carefully hold back stock until the bulbs have properly cured and are ready for immediate planting to ensure the best results in your garden.
In the unlikely event that a specific variety does not cure properly or is deemed non-viable by the farm, we will refund you for that portion of your order.

If you add pre-order items to your cart, your entire order will be held until those items are ready to ship. To receive in-stock items sooner, we recommend placing two separate orders.

Unveil Enchanting Beauty: Zephyranthes Rain Lilies for Your South African Garden 🌸

Imagine stepping into your garden after a refreshing Highveld downpour, and there they are: delicate, trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of soft pink and vibrant rose, seemingly appearing from nowhere. That's the magic of our Zephyranthes Rain Lilies, ready to transform your South African garden into a captivating display of natural artistry!

These exquisite bulbs, also known as Fairy Lilies or Rain Flowers, are the ultimate surprise package for any gardener seeking effortless elegance and bursts of colour. With their charming habit of flowering profusely after summer rains, they truly embrace the spirit of the South African landscape.

Why You'll Adore Our Zephyranthes Rain Lilies:

• Magical, Responsive Blooms: Watch in wonder as these beauties burst into bloom, often within days of a good rain. It's a delightful spectacle that brings a fresh wave of colour and excitement to your garden. 🌧

• A Kaleidoscope of Pink Hues: As seen in the image, your bulbs will produce a stunning array of pink shades, from gentle blush to deeper, more intense rose. Each flower is a little masterpiece!

• Effortless Elegance: These low-maintenance gems thrive with minimal fuss. Plant them, and let nature do the rest. Perfect for busy gardeners or those new to the joys of gardening.

• Perfect for South African Climates: Zephyranthes are perfectly suited to our warm summers and respond beautifully to our seasonal rainfall patterns. They flourish in full sun to partial shade, making them versatile additions to various garden spots.

• Long-Lasting Charm: Each bloom lasts for several days, and the plants continue to produce flushes of flowers throughout the summer and autumn, ensuring a prolonged season of enjoyment.

• Compact & Versatile: Ideal for borders, rockeries, containers, or naturalising in lawns. Their neat habit makes them perfect for creating striking visual accents or filling gaps with vibrant colour.

Cultivating Your Own Rain Lily Wonderland:

• Watering: Zephyranthes love moisture, especially during their active growing and flowering periods. Water regularly during dry spells, but ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging. They truly come alive after a downpour!

• Soil: Plant in well-draining soil rich in organic matter. A sandy loam is ideal, but they are adaptable to a range of soil types as long as drainage is excellent.

• Light: For the best flowering display, provide full sun to partial shade. In scorching summer regions, a little afternoon shade can be beneficial.

• Planting: Plant the bulbs about 5-10 cm deep and 8-15 cm apart in late winter or early spring (July to September in South Africa).

• Feeding: A balanced slow-release fertiliser applied in spring will encourage robust growth and abundant blooms.

Bring the enchanting spectacle of Rain Lilies to your South African garden. Feel the joy of discovering new blooms after every shower, and create a vibrant, ever-changing landscape that reflects the beauty of our unique climate.

Embrace the magic! Add these captivating Zephyranthes Rain Lily bulbs to your garden and watch them awaken with sensational colour!

Family: Amaryllidaceae
Common name: Rain lily, fairy lily, raindrops, west wind lily
Sun exposure: Full sun / semi-shade
Planting time:  September
Flowering time: December - January (Z. grandiflora) March - April (Z.candida)
Active growth: October April
Dormant: May August
Lifting time: June
Type: True bulb
Mature height: 20cm
Planting depth: neck must be at ground level
Plant spacing: 8cm apart
Watering: Every 3-4 days when planted in the ground for 10 minutes

Position and soil
Zephyranthes prefers a well-balanced soil that has good drainage and some moisture retention. The soil should be loosened to a depth of 20cm and you should work in some compost. A mulch can help retain moisture during summer.

For best results, feed with Hadeco Bulb Food.