Perennial Of The Day

Lilium 'America'

Asiatic Lily

Type Perennial

Hardy range 5A to 9A

Height 12" to 36" / 30cm to 90cm

Spread 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm

Growth rate Average

Form Upright or erect

Exposure Partial shade or partial sun to full sun

Bloom Color Red

Bloom Time Summer

The flowers are fragrant and suitable for cut flowers.

EnvironmentThis plant will grow in moist soil.
Suitable soil is well-drained/loamy.
The pH preference is a neutral soil.

Leaf Color Green

Culture Notes
In medieval times, lily bulbs had several medicinal purposes. Plants will be less productive if allowed to seed. Lilies can be easily divided by lifting and propagating the bulbs in early spring. Flowers produced in the summer come in various colors.

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