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Lilium 'American Hero'

Also Known As

  • Lilium x 'American Hero'
  • American Hero LA Hybrid Lily

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 30"-40"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-10a

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Lilium 'American Hero' plant details

Lilium 'American Hero' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lilium 'American Hero'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: liliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 30 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lilium 'American Hero'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large upward facing deep yellow flowers are produced in spring on sturdy stems. American Hero LA Hybrid Lily is a result of crossing the Easter Lilies with Asiatic Lilies providing the best of both worlds and producing long-lasting large clusters of upward facing lily flowers atop sturdy upright stems. The LA Hybrid Lilies make excellent cut flowers and good vase life. Provide your LA Hybrid Lilies with a moderately fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny location for the best results.

Gardening facts about Lilium 'American Hero' plant

How to Grow Lilium 'American Hero'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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