Argentine Rain Lily (Habranthus robustus) is a charming evergreen bulb that produces exceptionally showy 2–3 inch trumpet‑shaped blooms in soft blush to medium pink. Flowering in sporadic bursts from late May through October — and sometimes even beyond — this durable, carefree plant brings surprise color to the garden, often sending up blooms overnight after a refreshing rain. Growing 12–14 inches tall, it thrives in part shade to full sun and adapts easily to moist to average soils, making it one of the easiest bulbs to grow. Its flat, bluish, wax‑coated leaves add texture even when not in bloom. Native to Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay, this species multiplies readily by bulbs and seed without becoming aggressive. Perfect for low‑maintenance borders, mixed beds, or edging, the Argentine Rain Lily offers reliable beauty, resilience, and the delightful “rain lily” habit of bursting into bloom after summer showers.
- Tender perennial
- Size: 12-14 inches
- Flower: Pink
- Exposure: Part shade to full sun
- Moisture: Well-drained to moist
- Soil: Sand, loam
- pH: Alkaline to neutral
- Clump forming
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