Lilium leichtlinii

Leichtlin's Lily

Size

ex 1L pots

Availability: In stock

£7.99

Description

Lilium leichtlinii, Leichtlin's Lily is named after Maximilian Leichtlin and is native to Japan. It is an exceptionally beautiful lily with lemon-yellow pendent flowers speckled with purple spots. It enjoys a fertile, humus-rich yet well-drained soil and grows to 1.5m. Protect from wind and stake as necesssary.

Additional Information

Order	Liliales
Family	Liliaceae
Sub-Family	Lilioideae
Synonyms	Lilium leichtlinii var. leichtlinii
Geographical Origin	Japan
Cultivation	Partial or filtered shade. Will take full sun in most British conditions. A fertile yet well-drained soil. Shelter from the wind
Eventual Height	1.5m
Eventual Spread	1m
Hardiness	Hardy. Mulch for the winter