Overview
Lilium 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) 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 'Opera House' is a bulbous perennial cultivar of the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. It produces terminal clusters of flowers during summer, thriving best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers well-drained, humus-rich loam soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH and moderate moisture. Hardy to UK zone H5, 'Opera House' is suitable for borders and cut flowers, with bulbs planted in autumn for optimal growth.
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 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) 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 'Opera House' (VII-/cd)
- 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 'Opera House' (VII-/cd)?
Lilium 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) need?
Lilium 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Lilium 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Opera House' (VII-/cd) 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 'Opera House' (VII-/cd)?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
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