Plants in genus lilium
Lilium 'Strawberry Wine'
Lilium 'Strawberry Wine' is a tall lily reaching 4.5 feet, known for its whorled leaves and up to 12 pendent strawberry red flowers with a grey-purple throat. It blooms in late May to early June and is suitable for attracting butterflies.
Lilium formosanum 'Giant Form'
Lilium formosanum 'Giant Form' is a towering lily endemic to Taiwan, known for its impressive height and fragrant white flowers. It can grow over 7 feet tall and produces a dozen or more 10-inch long blooms in early August. This plant is low maintenance and thrives in sunny locations with average moisture.
Lilium leichtlinii
Lilium leichtlinii is a striking lily with golden yellow flowers adorned with dark dots, blooming from mid-summer to late September. It grows 40-48 inches tall and thrives in full sun or partial shade. This lily prefers well-drained soil and is suitable for a wide range of climates, making it a versatile choice for garden landscapes.
Lilium 'Landini'
Lilium 'Landini' is a striking lily with dark, mystic black flowers tinged with purple hues. It grows up to 48 inches tall and blooms in June and July, thriving in full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
Lilium michiganense 'Shelby'
Lilium michiganense 'Shelby' is a striking plant with 4-foot tall stalks and whorled leaves. It produces 3-5 pendent flower buds with orange-red flowers and strongly recurved petals. This plant thrives in moist, rich soils and several hours of full sun.
Lilium 'Mona Lisa'
Lilium 'Mona Lisa' is a long-lived plant producing soft pink, fragrant flowers on long stems. It is ideal for summer bouquets and increases in number over time, making it a delightful addition to gardens.
Lilium 'Orange Marmalade'
Lilium 'Orange Marmalade' is a hybrid lily introduced in 1972, featuring 4-foot tall stalks with up to 30 outfacing, slightly pendent, bright orange flowers. These lightly fragrant blooms are a result of breeding with Lilium martagon, Lilium hansonii, and Lilium tsingtauense. This plant is a vibrant addition to gardens seeking bold color and fragrance.
Lilium 'Forever Susan'
Lilium 'Forever Susan' is a striking lily with fiery orange and dark red-purple blooms. Known for its prolific blooming, this winter-hardy plant thrives in a variety of soil conditions and is suitable for USDA zones 3 and up. Its vibrant flowers make it a standout in any garden.
Lilium 'Hotline'
Lilium 'Hotline' is a sun-loving lily with gleaming white blooms edged in pink and a fragrant scent. It is winter hardy in zones 4-9 and thrives in well-drained soil. The trumpet-shaped blooms and strong stems make it a striking addition to any garden.
Lilium 'Fort Knox'
Lilium 'Fort Knox' is a Martagon lily bred by Hans Hansen, featuring 4-foot tall flowering stalks with whorled green leaves. It produces 9-12 pendent golden-orange flowers with purple spots in late May and early June.
Lilium 'Springville'
Lilium 'Springville' is a natural hybrid lily discovered in Alabama, known for its vibrant scarlet red flowers with brown spots. This lily grows up to 4 feet tall and blooms in mid-June, making it a striking addition to summer gardens. It thrives in moist, compost-rich soils and is a vigorous grower. The plant's tall stalks and pendent flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is a hardy perennial that can add a splash of color to cottage gardens.
Lilium 'Night Flyer'
Lilium 'Night Flyer' is a captivating lily with nearly black blooms adorned with red speckles. Growing 48-60 inches tall, it is both fragrant and pollinator-friendly, attracting butterflies and bees. This lily is resistant to deer and rabbits and thrives in well-drained soil with medium moisture. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and becomes a prolific bloomer once established.
Lilium 'Happy Life'
Lilium 'Happy Life' is a striking lily with pink blooms accented by yellow stripes, flowering from June to August. It is well-suited for containers, borders, and cut flowers, preferring full sun for its leaves and shade for its roots. This lily thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and requires bulbs to be planted 8 inches deep in the fall.
Lilium 'Mrs R O Backhouse'
Lilium 'Mrs R O Backhouse' is a hybrid lily known for its golden-orange flowers with purple dots, emerging from pink buds. This plant, introduced in 1921, grows up to 4.5 feet tall and prefers moist soils and cool sites. It has received the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
Lilium rosthornii
Lilium rosthornii, once thought extinct, is a lily species with pendent golden-orange flowers. It resembles L. henryi and is easy to grow, making it suitable for most gardens. This plant is a great choice for attracting butterflies.
Lilium 'Stargazer'
Lilium 'Stargazer' is a hybrid lily celebrated for its vibrant cherry red and pink blossoms with white edges and a strong spicy fragrance. Blooming in mid to late summer, it attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. This lily is winter hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8 and grows 3-4 feet tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for cut flowers.
Lilium davidii 'Lite Lunch'
Lilium davidii 'Lite Lunch' is a dwarf lily that reaches 3 feet in height, featuring narrow, linear foliage and bright orange, downward-facing flowers. It begins flowering in mid-June, adding a vibrant splash of color to gardens.
Lilium taliense 'Coll Pj01179'
Lilium taliense 'Coll Pj01179' is a lily native to China's Sichuan and Northern Yunnan provinces, growing on grassy slopes and woodlands. It features 5-foot tall sturdy stalks with 8-12 pendant yellow flowers in mid-summer.
Lilium henryi
Lilium henryi, a lily native to the mountains of central China, is known for its tall stalks and medium-orange, recurved flowers. It can grow up to 5 feet tall and may require support due to its leaning stems. This lily is tolerant of lime in the soil and is propagated from bulb scales. It has been recognized with the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit but is toxic to cats.
Lilium 'Black Charm'
Lilium 'Black Charm' is a striking lily with nearly black blooms and dark orange stamens. It grows on 26-36 inch tall stems and is hardy in USDA zones 3-8. This long-blooming, fragrance-free lily is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Lilium 'Slates Morning'
Lilium 'Slates Morning' is a Martagon lily hybrid registered in 2011, known for its 4-foot tall spikes of pendent orange-red flowers with a bright yellow eye-zone and small cinnamon spots. This plant prefers light shade to morning sun and requires good drainage. Its striking flower coloration and tall stature make it a dramatic addition to any garden.
Lilium 'Purple Dream'
Lilium 'Purple Dream' is an Asiatic lily with rosy pink and lavender blooms adorned with dark pink freckles. Known for its prolific blooming, the plant features large, trumpet-shaped flowers on strong stems. It is winter hardy in zones 4-9 and requires well-drained soil.
Lilium lancifolium 'Florepleno'
Lilium lancifolium 'Florepleno' is a double form of tiger lily with 6-7 foot tall stalks. It blooms in late August and September with double-petaled, reddish-orange flowers. This plant is known for its striking appearance and ability to attract pollinators.
Lilium 'Casa Blanca'
Lilium 'Casa Blanca' is renowned for its large, pure white blooms and sweet fragrance. This vigorous grower thrives in partial shade to full sun and prefers cool soil conditions. Its elegant flowers make it a standout in containers or garden beds, offering a superb performance throughout the growing season.