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Lilium canadense

Also Known As

Canada Lily
Meadow Lily
Wild Yellow Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

3a-9b

Lilium canadense plant details

Lilium canadense is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lilium canadense

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, native plant, rock garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lilium canadense

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is the orange version of this much sought-after North American native. Like most lilies, they like a good soil and not too dry in summer.

By: Edelweiss Perennials

Lilium canadense is native to eastern North America. It grows into delicate candelabras of downward-facing flaring lily trumpets. The flowers of this lily are variable in colour and come in shades of yellow, orange or red with nice spots. Up to 16-20 flowers can be produced on an established plant. The buds and roots were gathered and eaten by First Nations peoples.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

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