Bulb Type
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ZEPHYRANTHES
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Variety Name
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AUTUMN RAINDROPS
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Quantity
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5
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Season
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AUTUMN FLOWERING
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Price
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A
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Position
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Full Sun/Part Shade
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Planting Time
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Plant from March till November
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Planting Depth
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2.5-5 cm deep
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Blooming time
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Blooms in Summer to Autumn
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Height
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15-20 cm
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Soil Position
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Prefers a full sun to part shade position in a well drained moist soil. Generally frost and drought hardy. Suitable for most climates.
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Application
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Are also known as Rain Lilies as they produce dainty white flowers after the first rain or thunderstorm. Ideal for garden beds and pots.
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Cultivation
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Prepare your soil by digging well rotted manure a few weeks prior to planting your bulbs. Top dress with a complete fertiliser in Spring. Leave bulbs in the ground undisturbed for years to naturalise and are best left undisturbed.
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Botanical Name
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Zephyranthes candida
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Caution
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Harmful if eaten
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