Flower colour
Flower style:
Funnel/trumpet shapedFoliage colour
Foliage style:
OvalSun
Partial shade
Shade
Well drained
Moist well drained
Moist
Aquatic
Bog/marginal
Hardiness
Zone
0
Plant size:
1.5m
45cm
Lilium speciosum var. rubrum
Lily
Scientific family:
LiliaceaeLily type:
OrientalType:
BulbLifecycle:
DeciduousGarden style:
Cottage/informal, tropical/jungle, town/courtyard or formalPosition:
Border or containersSoil:
Loam or sandpH:
Acid or neutralFragrance:
ScentedAspect:
South, east or westExposure:
ShelteredShape:
ErectMaintenance:
Typical maintenanceTime 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.
Calendar:
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