Lycoris radiata var radiata Fire Engine Hosta a seed hybrid group first

a seed hybrid group first produced by N

subcordata makes an easy-to-grow

The vivid green and white striped pitcher along with a green snake-like spadix peeking out from the opening

Gaillardia aestivalis var

Lycoris radiata var radiata Fire Engine Hosta a seed hybrid group firstPropagated from bulbs we received from China in 2008, this 2011 Plant Delights Nursery introduction represents new genetics for Lycoris radiata var. radiata, a plant that has long been cultivated in the southeastern US, hence the new cultivar name. Lycoris 'Fire Engine' begins flowering for us in late August (a week after Lycoris radiata 'Adams August') with magnificent heads of heavily ruffled, fire engine red flowers. The most unique feature of this