Overview
Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) 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 'Easy Sun' is a bulbous perennial cultivar of the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. It thrives best in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, loamy soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. This cultivar is hardy in the UK (H5) and typically flowers in summer, making it suitable for borders and as cut flowers. Planting is recommended in autumn, with propagation possible through bulb division or scale propagation.
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 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) 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 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b)
- 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 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b)?
Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) need?
Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Lilium 'Easy Sun' (Ia/b)?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
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