Overview
Lilium canadense (IXc/a) is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lilium canadense (IXc/a) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, cut flowers and flower borders and beds. It is native to New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario and Quebec.
About
Lilium canadense, commonly called the Canada lily, wild yellow-lily, or meadow lily, is a native of eastern North America. Its native range extends from Ontario to Nova Scotia south to Georgia and Alabama.
About the genus
Lilium is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants growing from bulbs, all with large and often prominent flowers. Lilies are a group of flowering plants which are important in culture and literature in much of the world. Most species are native to the Northern Hemisphere and their range is temperate climates and extends into the subtropics.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lilium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Lilium canadense (IXc/a) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lilium canadense (IXc/a)
- Propagation
- Seed, offsets, bulbils, scales
- Pest resistance
- Lily beetle, aphids, slugs, snails, thrips, leatherjackets, wireworms, rabbits, voles
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds, viruses
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lilium canadense (IXc/a)?
Lilium canadense (IXc/a) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium canadense (IXc/a) need?
Lilium canadense (IXc/a) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lilium canadense (IXc/a) hardy in the UK?
Lilium canadense (IXc/a) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Lilium canadense (IXc/a)?
Seed, offsets, bulbils, scales.
More in the Lilium genus
- Lilium 'Barbara North' (Ic/d)

- Lilium 'Conception'

- Lilium 'Delicate Joy' (Ia/b)

- Lilium 'Easy Samba' (Ia/c)

- Lilium 'Gracia'

- Lilium 'Halloween' (Ia/-)

- Lilium 'Mount Duckling' (Ia-b/b)

- Lilium 'Parasol'
