Lilium formosanum (Formosa Lily)


Michael's Opinion

A marginally hardy Lily for us in southern Ontario, but worth the effort for the wonderful late blooms. It should ideally be planted where it has other plants to cover its 'bare knees'.

Botanical Information

FamilyLiliaceae
GenusLilium
Speciesformosanum
CategoryBulbs, Perennials
OriginNative to Taiwan and Formosa.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6b - 7a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH6
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-21 - (-15)
Temperature (°F)-5 - 5
Height1 - 1.5 m.
Spread25 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJuly, August, September

Description and Growing Information

CultivationMulch heavily and grow in partial shade to full sun in well drained but rich garden soil. It is always a race between bloom and frost in our Canadian zone 6a garden.
Notable SpecimensThe A. M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.

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