Plants in genus lycoris
Lycoris rosea 'Rose Queen'
Lycoris rosea 'Rose Queen' is a hybrid plant with 21-inch cinnamon-colored stalks and rosy pink flowers that bloom in late August. Its foliage emerges in fall and persists through winter, adding year-round interest. This plant is a cross between Lycoris radiata var. pumila and Lycoris sprengeri.
Lycoris rosea 'Mini Me'
Lycoris rosea 'Mini Me' is a dwarf plant known for its dense flower heads of brilliant rosy pink that bloom in mid-August. It grows up to 18 inches tall and features narrow, liriope-like foliage that emerges in early October. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Red Spider'
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Red Spider' is a hybrid plant with striking deep rosy pink flowers that bloom in mid-August. Each petal is uniquely tipped in blue, adding to its visual appeal. This plant grows on 22-inch tall stalks and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is suitable for dry shade and sun to light shade environments.
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Peacock'
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Peacock' is a hybrid plant known for its dark rosy pink flowers with red stripes and blue-tipped petals. It blooms in mid-August, with basal foliage emerging in October. This plant is a cross between Lycoris radiata var. pumila and Lycoris x haywardii.
Lycoris rosea 'Red Sunset'
Lycoris rosea 'Red Sunset' is a striking plant that produces 2-foot tall bronze stalks topped with rosy red flowers featuring dark blue tips. Flowering begins in early August, providing a vibrant display in late summer. The plant's narrow, liriope-like foliage emerges in the fall, adding texture to the garden. 'Red Sunset' is known for its ability to attract butterflies and its resistance to deer, making it a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.
Lycoris straminea 'Fawn'
Lycoris straminea 'Fawn' is a hybrid plant known for its striking spidery flowers that bloom in late summer. The flowers open yellow with a golden throat and mature to a peach hue with an orange throat. This plant grows to about 18 inches tall and features winter-growing foliage that emerges in early October. It is a hybrid of Lycoris radiata var. pumila and chinensis 'Sperryi', offering a unique addition to gardens with its vibrant color transition.
Lycoris 'Satsumabijin'
Lycoris 'Satsumabijin' is a hybrid surprise lily known for its 2-foot fleshy stalks and salmon pink spidery petals with long whisker-like anthers. After flowering, it develops evergreen foliage. This plant is part of the Amaryllid family and is suitable for both sun and light shade.
Lycoris rosea 'Caldwell's Rose'
Lycoris rosea 'Caldwell's Rose' is a striking plant with 20-inch stalks of narrow-petaled cherry-red flowers that bloom in early August. The flowers feature a darker central cherry stripe and a lavender blush on the petal tips. Its narrow, strap-like leaves emerge in early September and remain green all winter, though they burn below 10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Lycoris straminea 'Strawberry Lemonade'
Lycoris straminea 'Strawberry Lemonade' is a cross between Lycoris chinensis and Lycoris radiata var. pumila, featuring 22-inch tall stalks with creamy white flowers that transition to salmon-peach.
Lycoris incarnata 'Blue Pearl'
Lycoris incarnata 'Blue Pearl' is a hybrid plant with dark purple stalks and light blue flowers with a faint blush of pink. It grows to 22 inches tall and features burgundy pink buds. This sterile plant has foliage that remains dormant until spring, when strap-like green leaves appear.
Lycoris chinensis
Lycoris chinensis, native to the moist slopes of China and South Korea, is known for its golden yellow, lily-like flowers that emerge in August. Its wide, glaucous foliage appears in late winter or early spring, adding a vibrant touch to gardens.
Lycoris jinzheniae 'Lemon Cheesecake'
Lycoris jinzheniae 'Lemon Cheesecake' is a new introduction with creamy white flowers featuring a buttery yellow stripe. It blooms in late August and forms a 2-foot tall stalk, adding a unique touch to garden spaces.
Lycoris radiata 'Fire Tower'
Lycoris radiata 'Fire Tower' is known for its intensely brilliant red flowers that bloom in clusters of 6-8 on 2-foot tall stalks. This plant blooms in mid-September, adding a vibrant splash of color to fall gardens. It is a selection from Sam Caldwell's collection, prized for its striking appearance.
Lycoris albiflora 'Phils Gold'
Lycoris albiflora 'Phils Gold' is a hybrid plant known for its striking 21-inch cinnamon-colored stalks and clusters of 6-7 frilly, light butter-yellow flowers. Each petal features a central peach stripe, adding to its visual appeal. The plant's winter foliage emerges in October and remains until late spring, providing year-round interest. 'Phils Gold' is a unique addition to gardens, offering a blend of beauty and resilience.
Lycoris incarnata 'Stargazer'
Lycoris incarnata 'Stargazer' is a hybrid plant featuring creamy white flowers with dark purple stems. Standing 28 inches tall, its foliage emerges in late winter, adding a unique touch to gardens. This plant is suitable for rock gardens and is deer-resistant.
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Cherry Charm'
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Cherry Charm' is a hybrid plant known for its striking hot pink flowers with blue tips, blooming on 20-inch tall stalks in early August. This plant is a member of the Amaryllid family and is appreciated for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is drought-tolerant and can thrive in dry shade, making it suitable for various garden settings, including cottage and rock gardens. The narrow green leaves emerge in the fall, adding to its ornamental appeal. This hybrid is also deer-resistant and can be used as a cut flower, adding vibrant color to floral arrangements.
Lycoris rosea 'Rose Parade'
Lycoris rosea 'Rose Parade' is a hybrid plant known for its frilly, narrow-petalled rosy-pink flowers that bloom on 17-inch tall stalks in mid-July. Its winter-growing foliage emerges in early October, adding seasonal interest to gardens. This hybrid combines traits from Lycoris radiata and Lycoris sprengeri.
Lycoris albiflora 'Apricot Lace'
Lycoris albiflora 'Apricot Lace' is a hybrid plant featuring rustic red scapes and clusters of creamy white, narrow-petaled flowers with a central peach stripe. The stigmas age to pink, adding a unique touch to the blooms. This plant has green basal winter-growing foliage that emerges in October, making it a striking addition to gardens.
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Gem'
Lycoris rosea 'Glenn Dale Gem' is a hybrid plant with soft pink flowers featuring blue tips, blooming on 18-inch tall stems in mid-August. It is a unique addition to gardens, offering a delicate floral display.
Lycoris albiflora 'Dorman'
Lycoris albiflora 'Dorman' is an heirloom surprise lily that flowers in September with creamy-white, spidery blooms featuring a peach midrib. It grows on 15-inch tall black stalks, with narrow, green, evergreen leaves emerging in October and persisting until May. This plant is a cross of Lycoris radiata and Lycoris aurea, adding a touch of elegance to gardens with its unique flowers.
Lycoris aurea 'Guizhou'
Lycoris aurea 'Guizhou' is a striking plant from China's Guizhou Province, known for its brilliant golden-yellow flowers on 3-foot tall spikes. The deer-resistant leaves emerge after flowering and persist through winter, disappearing in late spring. This plant is hardy to single-digit temperatures Fahrenheit.
Lycoris rosea 'Flash Dance'
Lycoris rosea 'Flash Dance' is a hybrid plant known for its brilliant red flowers with blue-dipped petal tips. It grows to about 18 inches tall and features up to 10 black-red buds per stalk. The leaves emerge in early October, and the plant performs better in open shade north of Zone 8. This hybrid is a cross of Lycoris radiata v. pumila and Lycoris sprengeri 'Hayward'.
Lycoris jinzheniae 'Creamsickle'
Lycoris jinzheniae 'Creamsickle' is a hybrid plant with creamy orange, burgundy striped buds and 7-9 creamy flowers per stalk. It is known for having the most flowers per stalk of any Lycoris, making it a standout in gardens. This plant is a delightful choice for those looking to add unique blooms to their landscape.
Lycoris straminea 'Yellow Streamers'
Lycoris straminea 'Yellow Streamers' is a hybrid plant with 22-inch cinnamon stalks and medium yellow buds that bloom into light yellow, frilly flowers in mid-August. It features narrower and more frilled petals compared to other Lycoris varieties.
Lycoris albiflora 'Summer Passion'
Lycoris albiflora 'Summer Passion' is a hybrid plant known for its 20-inch tall stalks and frilly flowers that start yellow with peach tips and age to creamy white. Blooming in early September, this plant adds a unique touch to gardens. Its ability to thrive in sun to part sun conditions makes it a versatile addition to various garden settings.
Lycoris aurea 'La Jolla'
Lycoris aurea 'La Jolla' is a hybrid strain with 25-inch tall scapes that bloom in early October, featuring frilly, intense orange-golden petals. The wide green foliage emerges after flowering and persists all winter. This plant is suitable for Zone 8b south or greenhouse cultivation and can withstand temperatures as low as 9 degrees Fahrenheit.
Lycoris rosea 'Pink Panther'
Lycoris rosea 'Pink Panther' is a hybrid with 15-inch tall cinnamon-colored stalks and up to seven narrow-petaled rich pink flowers. The foliage emerges in fall and remains until late spring, making it a unique addition to gardens.
Lycoris rosea 'Magenta Magic'
Lycoris rosea 'Magenta Magic' is a hybrid plant with 18-inch tall stalks bearing bright red flowers that age to blue-violet. Its winter-growing foliage emerges in early October, making it a unique addition to gardens with its vibrant color and seasonal growth pattern.