Overview
Lilium 'Happy Memories' (Ia/b) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Happy Memories' (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 'Happy Memories' is a bulbous perennial cultivar of the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. This lily thrives in full sun and prefers a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, loamy soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders and cut flowers, producing its interest during the summer. Cultivation involves planting bulbs in autumn in humus-rich soil, 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 'Happy Memories' (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 'Happy Memories' (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 'Happy Memories' (Ia/b)?
Lilium 'Happy Memories' (Ia/b) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Happy Memories' (Ia/b) need?
Lilium 'Happy Memories' (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 'Happy Memories' (Ia/b) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Happy Memories' (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 'Happy Memories' (Ia/b)?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
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