Compact Asiatic hybrid lily with bright orange blooms

Hybrid Group

Asiatic hybrids

Division I

Early-blooming hybrids with sturdy stems, bright colors, and little to no fragrance.

Division IAsiatic hybridsEarly summer

Quick facts

Bloom time
Early to mid summer
Flower form
Upright or outward facing
Color
Wide range, often saturated
Fragrance
Minimal

Growing notes

LightFull sun to part shade

SoilWell-drained, moderately fertile

MoistureEven moisture

Propagation

  • Division
  • Scaling

Field notes

  • Known for bold color range and strong stems.
  • Excellent for borders and cutting gardens.

Identification cues

  • Sturdy, upright stems with clean foliage.
  • Bright, often unscented blooms.

Pests and safety

Common pests

  • Lily leaf beetle

Highly toxic to cats; keep all plant parts away.

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