Asiatic Lily
Lilium Asiatic Group
Formerly Lilium asiatic
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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.
Why grow it
Asiatic lilies flower notably earlier in the season than Oriental and trumpet lily hybrids, extending the lily bloom window in temperate gardens. Their compact growth habit and relatively modest nutrient demands make them useful for mixed borders and containers where space or soil fertility may be limited.
Watch out for
Flower buds and stems are prone to damage from heavy rain or wind, particularly in exposed locations or when plants are heavily fertilized and produce soft growth. Bulbs are susceptible to rot if drainage is poor or soil remains waterlogged during dormancy, so site selection and soil amendment are important for longevity.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Liliaceae
Native Range
East Asia (China, Japan, Korea)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
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.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Asiatic Lily grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Asiatic lilies flower notably earlier in the season than Oriental and trumpet lily hybrids, extending the lily bloom window in temperate gardens. Their compact growth habit and relatively modest nutrient demands make them useful for mixed borders and containers where space or soil fertility may be limited.
Watch out for
Flower buds and stems are prone to damage from heavy rain or wind, particularly in exposed locations or when plants are heavily fertilized and produce soft growth. Bulbs are susceptible to rot if drainage is poor or soil remains waterlogged during dormancy, so site selection and soil amendment are important for longevity.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Liliaceae
Native Range
East Asia (China, Japan, Korea)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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Companion Planting
Plants well with
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.