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Lilium humboldtii

Also Known As

  • Humboldt's Lily

Plant type

bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 36"-72'
  • W: 8"-16"

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

Lilium humboldtii plant details

Lilium humboldtii is a broadleaf deciduous bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lilium humboldtii

Plant type: bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 16 IN - wide, 36 IN - 72 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lilium humboldtii

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Lilium humboldtii plant

How to Grow Lilium humboldtii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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