Hymenocallis liriosme 24/10 Restock in spring and often again

in spring and often again in fall

spurred and lantern-like

In cold areas grow the plant in a pot that can move under cover for winter

this is a classic climber for a big

medium to large shrub or small tree of quiet good looks

Hymenocallis liriosme 24/10 Restock in spring and often againFew native bulbs command a wet margin the way Hymenocallis liriosme does. From a basal fountain of arching, strap shaped, glossy green leaves rise leafless scapes, each crowned with several large white flowers whose narrow segments splay outward like pale spider legs around a central membranous cup. The fragrance arrives at dusk, sweet and carrying, a signal to the night flying moths that pollinate the blooms in late spring and early summer. The name