Overview
Lilium 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) 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 'Passion Moon' is a bulbous perennial cultivar within the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. This lily thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers well-drained, loamy soil that is neutral to slightly acidic with moderate moisture. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is best planted in autumn in humus-rich soil. 'Passion Moon' is suitable for borders and cut flowers, flowering in summer and benefiting from bulb division or scale propagation for cultivation.
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 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) 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 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a)
- 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 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a)?
Lilium 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) need?
Lilium 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Lilium 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a) 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 'Passion Moon' (VIIb-c/a)?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
More in the Lilium genus
- Lilium 'Aladdin' (Ia/b)
- Lilium 'Alpi' (Ia)
- Lilium 'Amarossi' (VIIIa-b/b-c)
- Lilium 'Amistad'PBR (VIIa/b)
- Lilium 'Apricot Star' (VIIa/b)
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