Lilium martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' — Upright

Overview

Lilium martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' 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 martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' is a bulbous perennial cultivar within the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic loam soil. Suitable for borders and cut flowers, it flowers in summer and benefits from planting bulbs in autumn. Like others in its genus, it prefers moderate soil moisture and cool roots, and can be propagated by bulb division or scale propagation.

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 martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' 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 martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina'

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 martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina'?

Lilium martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Lilium martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' need?

Lilium martagon var. cattaniae 'Schwarze Dalina' grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.