Photo by Nick V. Kurzenko
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Lilium distichum
Also Known As
- Species Lily
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 18"-36"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Lilium distichum plant details
Lilium distichum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lilium distichum
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: liliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lilium distichum
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Garden photo gallery of Lilium distichum
By: Nick V. Kurzenko
This work has been released into the public domain by its author.
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Gardening facts about Lilium distichum plant
How to Grow Lilium distichum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4"-10"
- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6'-9'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Size
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