I planted several of these tiny bulbs (Zephyranthes candida) on April 14, 2009. The first year, about 3 little strands that looked like grass came up, then nothing at all. I thought they had completely died. Today I happened to look down along the redwood path by my house and there it was.
I purchased these and other bulbs from Old House Gardens. According to the blurb that came with them, this plant was discovered in Argentina in the 1500s. These particular ones date to 1826.
“Its grassy foliage is followed in early fall by short, white crocus-like flowers that open after every rain.”
A day later, it had opened up even more.
So after the wonderful rains this past week, the only rains of any significance since I first planted the bulbs, here it is. What a sweet and beautiful way to end the old year!
Hau`oli Makahiki Hou! (Happy New Year!)
What a lovely surprise!