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Asiatic Lily

Lilium asiatic

perennial☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 3aZone 9b

Asiatic lilies are early-blooming perennial bulbs with showy, trumpet-shaped flowers in vibrant colors, requiring minimal care once established. They are among the earliest lilies to flower and thrive in sunny locations with good drainage.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
1.5–4′ tall × 0.5–1′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 3aZone 9b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 9b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Herb

Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.

Native Range

East Asia (China, Japan, Korea)

Function & Care

pollinator nectarywildlife benefitedible

Edible Parts

flower

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
moderate
Propagation
seed, division

Notable Cultivars

Popular cultivars include Gran Paradiso (deep red), Tiny Bee (golden yellow), and Landini (maroon-burgundy); these hybrids are prized for their early bloom times and disease resistance.