Description
Lilium philippinense – Philippine Lily
Family: Liliaceae
Packet Size: 12 seeds
Description
Grow the elegant Philippine Lily, a distinctive species prized for its long, fragrant, white trumpet-shaped flowers and graceful upright stems. This true lily makes a beautiful flowering feature for gardeners interested in unusual lilies.
Key Features
- Flowers: Large, white, trumpet-shaped blooms with a sweet fragrance.
- Habit: Upright bulb-forming perennial with slender leafy stems.
- Garden appeal: A striking flowering accent in a well-drained garden bed or large container.
Growing Conditions
- Position: Bright light with some shelter from extreme afternoon heat.
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil or potting mix.
- Water: Keep evenly moist during active growth, without waterlogging.
- Climate: Native to upland areas; protect young plants from severe heat and frost.
Seed Propagation
- Fill a clean tray with a fine, free-draining seed-raising mix and moisten it.
- Sow seeds shallowly and cover lightly with mix.
- Keep in bright, sheltered conditions with gentle, consistent moisture.
- Allow time for germination and bulb development; growth from seed to flowering can take several seasons.
Growing note: Avoid allowing plants to spread into surrounding natural areas. Check local planting and biosecurity guidance before growing.
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