Variegated Spider Lily (Hymenocallis caribaea ‘Variegata’)

Description

Variegated Spider Lily for Sale — Striking Foliage and Fragrant Blooms for Ponds and Water Gardens

If you’ve been searching for variegated spider lily for sale, Quinn’s Fins grows Hymenocallis caribaea ‘Variegata’ — commonly known as Variegated Caribbean Spider Lily — right here in our on-site nursery greenhouse. This exceptional pond marginal delivers two completely distinct seasons of interest in a single plant. From spring through early summer, tall leafless stalks rise above the foliage and produce spectacular clusters of up to 10 pure white spider-like flowers per stem — each bloom featuring a translucent central cup and six long, slender, radiating petals with a sweet vanilla fragrance that carries across the entire pond edge. For the remainder of the growing season, the bold strap-like leaves — deeply grooved and dramatically striped lengthwise in creamy white and rich green — hold their graphic, high-contrast presence year-round, providing visual interest even when the plant is completely out of bloom. Variegated spider lily for sale at Quinn’s Fins is available in two sizes: a 2″ pot (SKU 6066-1, $15.99) and a 4″ pot (SKU 6066-2, $23.99).

Why Pond Keepers Choose Variegated Spider Lily for Sale

Variegated spider lily stands apart from the standard species in one critical way: its foliage is ornamental in its own right. Where the standard spider lily relies on its flowers to make an impression, the variegated form earns its place in the pond design every single day of the year — flowers or no flowers.

• Bold creamy white and deep green striped strap-like foliage — high-contrast graphic presence year-round
• Vanilla-scented white spider-like blooms — up to 10 flowers per stem from spring through early summer
• Tolerates more shade than standard spider lily — the variegated foliage actually brightens dark corners of the pond
• Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds — fragrant blooms are highly attractive to pollinators
• Deer and rabbit resistant — toxic alkaloids deter browsing without additional deterrents
• Spreads by bulb offsets — gradually forms impressive, dense clumps over time
• Excellent houseplant candidate — overwinters beautifully indoors in cooler zones with minimal care
• No serious pest or disease issues — one of the most reliable flowering marginals available

Growing Variegated Spider Lily — Care at a Glance

Light

Variegated spider lily performs in full sun to part shade — and notably tolerates more shade than the standard green-leafed spider lily. In shaded or partially shaded pond settings where other marginals struggle to bloom, variegated spider lily still performs and delivers striking foliage color. Full sun produces the most prolific flowering; part shade emphasizes the creamy white leaf striping and prevents foliage bleaching in hot climates.

Water & Soil

Plant variegated spider lily in consistently moist to wet, organically rich soil at the pond margin or in a submerged container with up to 6 inches of water over the crown. It thrives in pond edges, bog gardens, streambanks, and moist landscape borders. Prefers rich, well-drained loamy soil. Keep the crown above the deepest waterline to prevent rotting — deep submersion is not recommended. Plant bulbs with the neck at or just below the soil surface, spaced 6–12 inches apart.

Hardiness & Overwintering

Variegated spider lily is hardy in USDA Zones 7–11. In Zones 7–8, provide a light mulch layer over the crown through winter or bring containers indoors before hard frost. In Zones 9–11, plants remain evergreen year-round with no special care required. In Zones 6 and colder, lift bulbs before the first hard frost and overwinter indoors in a cool, dry, frost-free location — or keep as a houseplant in a bright, warm spot with regular watering until spring.

Spread & Maintenance

Variegated spider lily spreads steadily by producing bulb offsets and will form dense, attractive colonies over time. Divide clumps every 3–4 years after flowering to reinvigorate growth and propagate new plants. Remove spent flower stalks to keep plants tidy. Minimal pest and disease issues throughout the growing season. Handle with gloves — the sap can cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Choose Your Size — 2″ Pot or 4″ Pot

Variegated spider lily for sale at Quinn’s Fins is available in two formats:

• 2″ Pot (SKU 6066-1) — $15.99: Nursery-grown starter plant, rooted and established in a 2″ pot. An excellent value for planting out a larger drift or filling in a new pond margin.
• 4″ Pot (SKU 6066-2) — $23.99: Larger, more mature nursery-grown plant in a 4″ pot. A stronger, more established start that fills in faster and is more likely to bloom in its first season.

Both sizes are grown right here in our on-site nursery greenhouse — not drop-shipped. Also available: our Standard Spider Lily (Hymenocallis latifolia) for the classic all-green form with the same spectacular white blooms.

Toxicity Note

All parts of Hymenocallis caribaea ‘Variegata’ — particularly the bulbs — contain lycorine and related alkaloids. Ingestion can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and drooling in dogs, cats, and humans. Keep away from pets and children. The same compounds that make it toxic also make it deer and rabbit resistant. Use gloves when planting or dividing — the sap may cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Nursery-Grown at Quinn’s Fins

Every variegated spider lily for sale at Quinn’s Fins is grown right here in our on-site nursery greenhouse — not drop-shipped or bulk-sourced. Whether you choose the 2″ or 4″ pot, your plant arrives healthy, rooted, and ready to establish at your pond edge. We grow what we sell.

Variegated Spider Lily Plant Details

For more on growing variegated spider lily in ponds and water gardens, visit the Gardenia.net Hymenocallis caribaea ‘Variegata’ profile or browse our full selection of pond and water garden plants at Quinn’s Fins.