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With stunning star-shaped flowers, lilies add elegance and fragrance to any garden. Enjoy their colorful blooms from spring through the first frost by blending early-blooming, mid-season, and late-blooming lilies into your garden. Learn more about choosing, planting, and growing lilies.
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Lilies are a group of flowering plants which are important in culture and literature in much of the world. Most species are native to the Northern Hemisphere and their range is temperate climates and extends into the subtropics.
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Zones:
Zones 5 to 8 are ideal for most lilies. Some are hardier, such as L. canadense and L. cernuum, which will tolerate the chill of Zone 3, but often not the heat in regions hotter than Zone 6 or 7. Easter lily, L. longiflorum,prefers Zones 7 to 9.
Exposure:
Lilies love full sun, and six hours or more is imperative. Lilies like to have their "head in the sun, feet in the shade." To keep their roots cool, plant them with low-growing annuals, perennials, or grasses.
Soil:
Most lilies like a soil that’s rich but not overly beefy, though the Orienpet lilies are not fussy about food and tolerate a leaner diet. Drainage is the critical issue. Given their druthers, lilies would like to be planted in a berm or raised bed so water drains away from the bulbs. A pH of 5.5 to 6.5 suits them best.
There are many types of lilies but these are some of the most common: 1. Asiatic liliesoffer tons of color choices, bloom early to midsummer, and produce up to 12 flowers per bulb. 2. Oriental liliesare known for their fragrance and large (6 to 9-inch) flowers that bloom mid to late summer. 3. Border liliesare shorter growing (14 to 18 inches tall)...
Lily bulbs can be planted in spring, but getting them into the ground in autumn gives them a head start. Because they are stem rooters and the bulb often anchors a heavy blossom load, it’s critical to sink it at least 8 to 10 inches from top of bulb to top of soil. In regions where temperatures skyrocket above 90 degrees F on a daily basis, sink th...
Take precautions against voles and other pests, especially in winter. And deer chomp the stems. Insects are also a peril. In earliest spring, when lilies first emerge, begin lily beetle patrol. They’re bright red and easy to spot. Simply remove them before they reproduce and wreak havoc. Stake your lilies before the blossoms begin to weigh down the...
What is the difference between Asiatic and Oriental lilies?
Asiatics, which bloom in early summer, are best known for their exceptionally broad range of colors, as well as wild patterns, brush marks, speckles and double blooms. Orientals, which bloom in late summer, are best known for their large, heavily scented flowers.
Which lilies are most fragrant?
The most fragrant lilies are Orientals, Orienpets and Trumpets, while Asiatic lilies are unscented. Some gardeners describe Orientals as having a spicy scent, whereas Trumpets emit a sweet perfume, and Orienpets offer a pleasant, light aroma (good if you have a sensitive nose).
Which lilies grow in shade?
Lilies flower best in full sun, but many gardeners find that they will also tolerate some shade. Species lilies, those originally found in the wild, are a good choice for light shade. Martagon lilies can also handle more shade than other lily types.
In addition to the nurseries listed below, check reputable local sources. This article was adapted from its original version for use on the web. RELATED: Lily Hybrids Growing Guide for Peruvian Lilies Top 20 Spring-Blooming Bulbs 20 Best Bulbs for Summer 20 Fragrant Flowering Plants
May 13, 2024 · Lilies can grow well in containers and in the ground, although they might not grow to be as tall when in pots. The key is picking the right location and conditions. If your yard soil is a heavy clay variety, growing in containers means your lilies will get the good drainage they need.
- Lilium spp.
- Liliaceae
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May 13, 2023 · Flamboyant and fragrant, true lilies are easily grown in beds, containers, and the cutting garden. Learn how to plant and grow lilies on Gardener's Path.
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Oct 6, 2023 · Lilies are a garden favorite. With their beautiful blooms, and fragrant scents, it's not hard to understand why. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros takes you through all you need to know about growing lilies in your garden, including their maintenance and care needs.
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Nov 4, 2024 · Explore 22 native North American lilies, including favorites like Turks Cap, Trout, and Wild Tiger Lily. Get planting tips and view stunning photos.
