perennial☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 3a – Zone 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.