Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) — Columnar upright

Overview

Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) 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.

About

Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) is a columnar upright bulbous herbaceous perennial in the family Liliaceae, grown for its tall, single-stem habit. Foliage is deciduous and the plants suit a south-facing, sheltered spot. They prefer full sun in neutral loam that is well-drained. It is very hardy in the UK (H6) and flowers June to August.

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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In the garden

A bulbous herbaceous perennial in the family Liliaceae, Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) sits within the FantAsiatic breeding group of lilies. The plants produce a columnar upright habit and die back to their bulbs each year; foliage is deciduous. The cultivar is intended for gardeners who need tall, single-stemmed lilies for structure rather than ground cover. Choose a south-facing, sheltered position in loam with a neutral pH and good drainage and give the plants full sun. Well-drained soil is essential; avoid heavy, waterlogged ground. In UK hardiness terms this material is very hardy (H6), so it tolerates winter conditions consistent with that rating when positioned appropriately. Use Lilium FantAsiatic Spark where upright stems are useful: at the back of flower borders and beds, within cottage and informal planting, or as cut flowers. Flowering occurs June to August, providing a mid-summer run of blooms. The columnar habit keeps stems clear of lower perennials, making it straightforward to pick stems for the vase without disturbing neighbouring plants.

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 FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) 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

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c)

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 FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c)?

Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) need?

Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) hardy in the UK?

Lilium FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c) 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 FantAsiatic Spark (FantAsiatic Series) (mixed) (Ia/b-c)?

Seed, offsets, bulbils, scales.

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