Common name: Asiatic Lily Orange

Description: This vibrant bulbous perennial produces large, upward-facing flowers in brilliant orange that create a warm, eye-catching display in early to midsummer. The striking blooms are held on strong stems above attractive lance-shaped foliage, bringing tropical warmth and exotic appeal to borders. Asiatic lilies are easier to grow than Oriental types, thriving in a wider range of conditions and flowering earlier in the season. Perfect for adding height and bold colour to herbaceous borders, cottage gardens, and containers, these lilies make excellent cut flowers. The warm orange colour brings energy to hot colour schemes and combines beautifully with reds and yellows.

Other benefits: excellent cut flower, strong stems, relatively easy to grow, suitable for containers

Wildlife attraction: bees

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 90cm x 30cm

Position: full sun to partial shade; prefers sun on flowers, shade on roots

Soil pH: adaptable; performs well in neutral to slightly acid conditions

Moisture: moderate watering needs; well-drained soil essential

Winter hardiness: fully hardy to -20°C