Overview
Lilium 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) 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 'Karen Elizabeth' is a cultivar of the Lilium genus, which comprises bulbous perennial plants with upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. This herbaceous perennial produces terminal clusters of flowers during 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 levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders and as cut flowers. Planting bulbs in autumn in humus-rich soil is recommended, 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 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) 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 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c)
- 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 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c)?
Lilium 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) need?
Lilium 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Lilium 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c) 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 'Karen Elizabeth' (Ia/c)?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
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