Grass Lily (Anthericum saundersiae): White Lily-Like Flowers on Arching Stems

Grass lily (Anthericum saundersiae) forms foot-tall clumps with white lily-like flowers on thin, arching stems from late spring into fall, followed by attractive brown capsular fruits. Narrow, linear, dark-green foliage.

Care

• Light: Full sun to part shade.
• Soil: Wet soil in full sun, average soil in shade; well-drained, pH 5.8–6.2, moderate feed.
• Consistent moisture for best performance.

Propagation & Problems

Divide clumps in early spring. Seed in containers in cold frame autumn or spring; may flower within three years. Leaf spot, spider mites, mealy bugs.

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