Lycoris Red or the Red Spider Lily is a gorgeous perennial flower that adds some pizzazz to the garden. It is well known for its red flowers, which it flowers late summer or early autumn. You can quite easily cultivate this lovely flower with some easy steps.

Number of Bulbs	5
Sowing month	Feb to Oct
Sowing temperature	25-45C
Blooming month	Spring
Sun	Full Sun

First, select high quality Lycoris Red bulbs. Select firm, healthy bulbs without mold or soft spots. The larger the bulb, the larger and more vibrant the flowers will be, so bulb size is important when selecting.Ginger lily variegated suitable in same weather

Lycoris Red loves fertile soil that drains. The best garden medium to sow is garden soil with sand and compost. Sow the ground in a manner that water log does not occur and roots will be able to grow. Marigold Hotpak good companion

Best to sow bulb when springs starts in India ie Feb end. 3-4 inches deep but no less than 6 apart. Place the bulb and pointed end up, over soil cover over top of bulb. Water in gently to settle.

Lycoris Red grows in partial shade to full sun. Choose a spot that will receive at least six hours of direct sunlight per day. Water moderately to maintain moist but not waterlogged soil. Too much water can lead to bulb rot.

But After germination, little care is required. Leaves are produced after flowers and reserve energy for the coming season. Balanced organic fertilizer in spring and after flowers for proper growth.

Lycoris Red is a single plant. Do not frequently change the position of the bulb since this will postpone flowering. It will take one or two years to acclimatize and bloom if it fails to bloom the first year. Try to give them some time to settle down between planting periods also.

It is extremely pest-free, but rarely there may be aphids or slugs. Inspect leaves every now and then and spray organic insecticides whenever necessary.

Lastly It is simple to cultivate Lycoris Red and highly rewarding. With a little care, the beautiful flower will return annually, beautifying your garden with elegance and poise. Just follow the simple-to-understand instructions given below, and you will have the beautiful flowers of Lycoris Red in your garden in no time also.