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Lilium Stargazer
(Oriental Lily)

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Image shows the gorgeous looking blooms of the Lilium Stargazer or Oriental Lily bulb plant

 

 

Lilium Stargazer
(Oriental Lily)


Family: 
Liliaceae
Light:  Sun-part shade, filtered shade
Height: 3-6' 
Spread:  9-12"
Blooms:  Fragrant, upfacing , large, long-lasting red with white edges, spots are in darker red
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 Stargazer or Oriental Lily is a beautiful perennial that is resistant to rots and virus.  Butterflies and hummingbirds love this bulb plant. Lilium Stargazer is easy to grow and make an impact when grown in masses in the border garden.  There will be enough cut flowers to make a lovely bouquet.
USDA Hardiness Zones :  4-9