Aurea Lycoris
Lycoris 'Aurea'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Aurea Lycoris highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Growing Zones 5 - 10
The Yellow Spider Lily Aurea Lycoris (Lycoris 'Aurea') is an exotic bold golden-yellow member of the Amaryllis family member with unusual twisting, curling slender leaves and long sprays of stamen, giving them their 'spider' name.
These unusual perennial bulbs have a curious lifecycle that involves their fountains of strappy long green leaves showing up throughout the early parts of the growing season. The leaves shine for a while then seem to vanish. Then out of the blue, the dramatic frilly blooms appear out of seemingly nowhere in August to September!
This has given the Yellow Aurea Lycoris and their relatives names like Naked Ladies, Magic Lilies, and Surprise Lily! Their appearance after heavy rain in the fall also gave rise to common names like Hurricane Lily and Resurrection Lily! Loving the heat and humidity of USDA planting zones 8 to 10 where they are considered hardy perennials, these exotic blooms do need winter protection in zones 5 to 7.
Planting and Application:
Golden yellow and oh so showy, the Aurea Spider Lily Lycoris can't help but catch the eye! The flower's sudden presence in the landscape and their fanciful form attract all the attention when they are in full bloom! Plant groupings or random bulbs throughout your landscape beds and borders so they can surprise you with tropical sunny color!
Plant formally-spaced rows and groupings to create a formal effect, mixed among other spring, summer, and fall flowers of equal height and drama. Try mixing Aurea Spider Lily with Pineapple Lily, Gloriosa Lily, Lily of the Nile, and Foxtail Lily for a formal look! Or go upscale Cottage garden by mixing Lycoris with Allium, Gladiolias, Asiatic Lilies, Tiger Lilies, and Daylily. Any way you use Spider Lily, you'll have created a place for pollinators to frolic, Hummingbirds to be drawn in, and you to enjoy armloads of unique cut flower bouquets!
In frost-free growing zones, you can grow these perennial bulbs in protected planters and large containers for a wild thriller or unique formal container garden year-round, but Aurea Lycoris can also be grown as annual accents or like Canna Lily or Dahlia as seasonal garden additions!
- Early Fountains of Strappy Green Foliage
- Foliage Dies Down During Summer
- Dramatic Spidery Golden-Yellow Flowers Atop Tall Slender Stems
- Surprise Flowering August til September
- Fragrant Exotic Blooms - Fantastic Cut Flowers!
- Attract Hummingbirds & Pollinators
- Showy Late Summer Bed & Border Specimens, Accents & Focal Points
- Foliage is Lush Green Edging & Garden Filler
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 5-10, Aurea Lycoris flowering stems can reach up to 18 inches tall. Fast-growing and loving full sun for the best flowering and bulb health, plant Lycoris bulbs in very well-drained, enriched soil with moderate regular moisture availability. They love mulched beds but also drying out a bit between waterings.
Once the flower heads fade, go ahead and deadhead them to the ground. Once the foliage yellows later in the growing season, trim it back and remove it from the area. Because of this perennial bulb's unique lifecycle, place a marker in your soil so you know where to expect the foliage and flowers throughout the season. Give these bulbs extra protection in the winter with an extra layer of mulch and/or compost over their planting area for insulation. In marginal areas of USDA zone 6 and lower, you can lift the bulbs before winter and store in an area that won't freeze.
- Full Sun Location
- Must Have A Well-Drained Area
- Moderate to Low Moisture Needs
- Deadhead After Flowers Fade & Prune Foliage Away Once Yellow
- Provide Protection From Freezing Temperatures
- Deer & Rabbits Seldom Bother With These
Light up the landscape with the whimsical Aurea Lycoris Spider Lily today! Golden frills and showy surprises await you when you order quality perennial bulbs from Nature Hills Nursery! Hurry and reserve yours now and NatureHills.com will hold your order for shipment as soon as it is the proper planting time for your growing zone!
