Wayside Gardens Lycoris radiata Spider Lily Bulbs
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, deer-resistant seasonal color.
These striking red spider lilies offer a late-season burst of color with their unique, curled petals. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, they are remarkably low-maintenance, being drought-tolerant and resistant to deer, pests, and diseases. Their sweet fragrance and pollinator-attracting blooms make them a valuable addition to any garden, and they also serve as beautiful cut flowers.
$27.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant color during late-season lulls
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-resistant landscaping
- Long-term planners looking for permanent, self-multiplying garden fixtures
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners expecting immediate first-year blooms
- Designers bothered by unconventional, disjointed foliage growth cycles
- Pet owners and parents needing non-toxic plant varieties
Performance breakdown
Bloom Reliability
Guaranteed first-year flowering ensures immediate visual impact for your garden.
Maintenance Effort
Resilient nature makes these bulbs perfect for low-maintenance landscaping projects.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant red petals effectively draw hummingbirds and butterflies to outdoor spaces.
Environmental Hardiness
Drought tolerance and deer resistance provide peace of mind for gardeners.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to garden beds, borders, or decorative container arrangements.
Aesthetic Impact
Unique curled petals offer a dramatic, high-contrast focal point.
Key Specs
Genus
Lycoris
Species
radiata
Item Form
Bulb
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Hardiness Zones
6 - 10
Mature Height
24.0 inches
Mature Spread
24.0 inches
Life Cycle
Perennial
Flower Type
Lily
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