Lilium 'Gaybird'

Also Known As

Lilium martagon hybrid 'Gaybird'
Gaybird Martagon Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Lilium 'Gaybird' plant details

Lilium 'Gaybird' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lilium 'Gaybird'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lilium 'Gaybird'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lilium martagon is a classic woodland lily with small, delicate, pendant flowers with recurved petals.'Gaybird' has dark pink flowers with golden centres and spots. Great in a part shade or the woodland garden rising above Hosta, Arisaema and Brunnera. Some martagon lilies will take a "year off" especially in the year after being first planted. Dig down carefully to investigate before fretting.