Japanese Red Spider Lily / Higanbana Flower Seeds

To germinate the seeds, you need to break the shell first. You can use a nail clipper or a file to make a small cut on the seed. Be careful not to damage the inside of the seed. Then you need to soak the seeds in water for 24 hours. This will help them to sprout faster.

After soaking, plant the seeds in a pot with good soil. The soil should be moist but not wet. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and press them lightly. Then you need to put the pot in a warm and bright place. You can use a heating mat or a sunny window sill.

The seeds will take about 2 to 4 weeks to germinate. You will see small green shoots coming out of the soil. You need to water them regularly and keep them in a bright place. When they have 2 or 3 leaves, you can transplant them to a bigger pot or outside.

Japanese Red Spider Lily likes full sun and well-drained soil. It does not like frost or drought. Water it often and fertilize it once a month during the growing season. You can also mulch it with organic matter to keep the soil moist and cool.

Japanese Red Spider Lily will bloom in late summer or early fall for about 2 weeks. The flowers are very fragrant and attract bees and butterflies. They are also very popular for cut flowers and arrangements. You can enjoy their beauty and scent in your home or garden.