Lycoris squamigera Sun to Light Shade This spectacular surprise lily emerges

This spectacular surprise lily emerges seemingly from nowhere in August to form 28" tall stalks

if you're growing something labeled "Amaryllis belladonna" north of Zone 8

A single plant can spread to 2' wide in one season

good winter drainage is key to survival

They are usually found in very acidic soils

Lycoris squamigera Sun to Light Shade This spectacular surprise lily emergesLycoris x squamigera is the most well known and easiest to grow of the surprise lilies, but one whose background is mysterious since it has never been seen in the wild. Recent DNA work shows it is a sterile hybrid between Lycoris sprengeri and Lycoris longituba. The robust, 3' tall, "nekkid" scapes emerge from dormancy in late summer, topped with large, clear pink, outward facing flowers. Lycoris x squamigera is great mixed into the border for a