Arisaema galeatum Hungary Lycoris x squamigera is the

Lycoris x squamigera is the most well-known and easiest-to-grow of the surprise lilies

drought-loving perennial/sub-shrub from the Transcaucasia (Italy west to Georgia)

simply stunning

they transform into a contrasting silvery green with purple midribs

a real cutie

Arisaema galeatum Hungary Lycoris x squamigera is theThis Himalayan species from regions around Darjeeling and Sikkim, India, makes a stunning specimen plant to 4'+ tall. The textured, tripartite green leaf, often edged in purple, is similar to A. speciosum with which it grows. The early spring flower, which resembles an Arisaema ringens with a lime green helmet, emerges with the foliage and sits atop a short stem near the ground. We find that good drainage and protection from summer rains are best for