Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d) — Upright

Overview

Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and well-drained soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders and cut flowers.

About

Lilium cernuum 'Album' is a bulbous perennial cultivar within the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. This cultivar produces terminal clusters of flowers in summer and thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers well-drained, loamy soil that is neutral to slightly acidic with moderate moisture. Suitable for borders and as cut flowers, Lilium cernuum 'Album' is hardy to UK zone H5 and should be planted in autumn with cool roots in humus-rich soil.

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, well-drained
Soil pH: Neutral to slightly acidic
Soil moisture: Moderate
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Bulbs, Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Upright
Foliage: Linear, lance-shaped
Suggested uses: Borders, cut flowers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d)

Propagation: Bulb division, scale propagation
Pest resistance: Resistant to deer and rabbits
Disease resistance: Resistant to botrytis

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d)?

Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d) need?

Lilium cernuum 'Album' (IXc/d) grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.