Lycoris chinensis Hardy Orchids In late spring

In late spring

a seriously exhibitionist plant

Northern maidenhair fern thrives in moist

Cypripedium tibeticum makes a small 8" tall clump

Butterflies and moths are secondary pollinators

Lycoris chinensis Hardy Orchids In late springFirst coming to the US in 1948 via the USDA, and named in 1958 by Dr. Hamilton Traub, Lycoris chinensis hails from the moist slopes of China and adjacent South Korea. This spectacular surprise lily emerges seemingly from nowhere in August to form 28" tall stalks, topped with large, golden yellow, lily like flowers. After flowering has finished, the wide, glaucous foliage of Lycoris chinensis doesn't emerge until late winter early spring. Plant a mass