Variegated Spider Lily (Hymenocallis caribaea variegata)

Variegated Spider Lily (Hymenocallis caribaea variegata)

Variegated Spider Lily is a very attractive plant even when it is not in bloom. Creamy white and green variegated foliage is adorned with white spider-like flowers mid-summer. This variety of Hymenocallis will tolerate more shade than other varieties. In warm climates keep in shade or partial shade; avoid dry desert climates.

Keep the crown of the plant above the water level; will do best in streambeds, or just moist soil beside the pond or in the garden.

In all but the warmest winter climates bring the pot inside for the winter, place in a sunny spot, and water like you would a regular houseplant until Spring.

Hardiness Zone: 10-11
Planting Container: We recommend a 7.5" x 5" fabric pot to grow a regular sized plant, and a 10" x 6" fabric pot to grow a large sized plant. Click on any fabric pot link to read about why fabric pots work better than hard plastic pots!
Light Requirements: full sun to part shade
Height: 6-12"  - Spread: 12" Wide
Water Depth: Moist soil only! Do not submerge crown of plant underwater.

FERTILIZING: For best health and growth, we recommend fertilizing regularly (unless using the plants in a plant filtration system!). Use Pondtabbs 20 count, 60 count, or 300 count for a fast release fertilizer.

Plants are shipped bare root or in starter pots, and will require planting upon arrival. For in depth planting and care instructions visit our Planting and Care Instructions for Shallow Water and Bog Plants.

For information on using plants for pond filtration, please read our blog on this topic!