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Lilium Stargazer
(Oriental Lily)

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Image shows the flashy, strongly fragrant  blooms of the Lilium Starfighter or Oriental Lily bulb plant

 

 

Lilium Stargfighter'
(Oriental Lily)


Origin:  Hybrid
Family: 
Liliaceae
Light:  Full--part sun, filtered shade
Height: 35-40" 
Spread:  8-12"
Plant depth: 6" soil over bulb
Blooms:  Fragrant, upfacing , large, deep red bordered by broad white edges, spots are in darker red, mid-late Summer
Foliage:    Green, deciduous, smooth, alternate, lance-shaped
Soil:  Well-drained
Water:  Drought tolerant
Uses: Bedding, borders, mass planting, container, cut flowers
Propagation:  Bulb division, bulb scales division
Caution:  Pollen may stain clothing
Comments:  Lilium Starfighter or Oriental Lily is a wonderfully-scented handsome perennial with gorgeous symmetrical blooms.  This plant is resistant to rots and virus.  Butterflies and hummingbirds love the blossoms of this lily plant.  Lilium Starfighter is very impressive and is easy to grow by bulb divisions.  Gow them in masses to make an impact in the border or bedding.   Lilium Starfighter looks just as brilliant in containers to decorate your deck or patio.  There will be enough long-lasting cut flowers to make a lovely bouquet.   This lily is a winner!
USDA Hardiness Zones :  4-9