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Lilium speciosum var. rubrum

Flower colour

Flower style:
Funnel/trumpet shaped

Foliage colour

Foliage style:
Oval

Sun

Partial shade

Shade

Well drained

Moist well drained

Moist

Aquatic

Bog/marginal

Hardiness

Zone
0
Plant size:
1.5m
Lilium speciosum var. rubrum (Lily) Height: 150cm
45cm
Graphical representation of Lilium speciosum var. rubrum (Lily) Height: 150cm

Lilium speciosum var. rubrum

Lily
Scientific family:
Liliaceae
Lily type:
Oriental
Type:
Bulb
Lifecycle:
Deciduous
Garden style:
Cottage/informal, tropical/jungle, town/courtyard or formal
Position:
Border or containers
Soil:
Loam or sand
pH:
Acid or neutral
Fragrance:
Scented
Aspect:
South, east or west
Exposure:
Sheltered
Shape:
Erect
Maintenance:
Typical maintenance
Time to maturity:
2-5 years
Description:
Lilium speciosum var. rubrum is one of the last lilies to flower, with flowers sometimes only appearing in late Autumn. The flowers are turks-caps, deep pink and sweetly scented, on stems up to 1.5m tall. The stems usually require some additional support. Grow in a sunny position in a slightly acidic soil.

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by Andrea B
Last updated 06 Feb 2012
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