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Lilium African Queen Group

Lilium longiflorum hybrids - lily African Queen bulb

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Giant-sized, fragrant trumpets of apricot-orange appear on the tall, upright stems of this bulbous perennial in summer. A showy plant, which is ideal for adding height and scent to the border. 'African Queen' fits easily into a cottage garden scheme, but will work equally well in herbaceous borders, particularly when teamed with other hot colours.

How to care for Lilium African Queen Group:

Lilies can be planted at any time from early autumn to mid-spring. Planting in autumn often helps them settle in and become better established before they start to put on their new spring growth, but spring planting is a better option if your soil is heavy and wet during winter. Choose a sunny spot, preferably where the plant receives a little light shade at its base, and plant each bulb 15-20cm deep in a well-drained soil, enriched with well-rotted organic matter or leaf mould. Space them at 15-30cm intervals and provide support before the flowers appear. Deadhead the faded blooms promptly and cut the dead stems back to ground level at the end of autumn.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
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Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
0.3m
Position:

Full sun / light shade

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

  • InformationCats: TOXIC if eaten; Humans/Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten

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