Details
- Supplied As
- Bulbs
- Bulb Size
- 24/+ cm
- Flowering Height
- 100 cm
- RHS Recommended
- Award of Garden Merit
- Colour
- Whites & Creams
- Flowering Time
- June
- Planting Time
- September
- October
- Growing
- Perennial
- Perfect For
- Scented
Lilium Candidum The Madonna Lily
L3000
Description
Pristine, white satin blooms are held proudly on stately stems during early summer on The Madonna Lily.
Unbeatable for bringing classic beauty, height and an evocative scent into the garden, this new and award-winning, fully hardy variety of Lilium candidum has been granted a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS.
Equally at home in a cottage garden or contemporary planting scheme. Ensure this statuesque beauty has some shelter from strong winds, ideally in a south-facing position. Plant the bulbs just below the surface of your soil.
The luminous, chalice like flowers open up during June and glow in early summer sunlight. Lilium Candidum The Madonna Lily adds graceful height to a large border.
Care Guide
To cultivate lilies, choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil, digging a hole 15 cm deep. Plant the bulbs 15-23 cm apart, ensuring they sit 15 cm below the soil surface.
Water the surrounding soil well, maintaining soil moisture until growth emerges. Young shoots may be susceptible to slug damage, so use wildlife-friendly methods such as a top layer of sand to protect emerging growth.
Most Lilies can also be grown in pots – ensure containers are deep and have large drainage holes in the base.
As the majestic stems ascend, they will reach heights of 45-150 cm, depending on variety. Support taller cultivars with stakes as they grow.
Use dilute, balanced liquid plant feed every two weeks during the summer.
Spray as soon as you notice the bright red lily beetle or their larvae.
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