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Lilium davidii var. willmottiae

Also Known As

  • Lilium davidii var. wilmottiae
  • David's Lily

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Lilium davidii var. willmottiae plant details

Lilium davidii var. willmottiae is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lilium davidii var. willmottiae

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lilium davidii var. willmottiae

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

China, the stoloniferus bulbs are grown for food in its native range, var. wilmontii has up to 100 flowers on stems that can reach 2.2m. Flowers are bright orange Turk's caps.

Gardening facts about Lilium davidii var. willmottiae plant

How to Grow Lilium davidii var. willmottiae

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • 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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