Overview
Lilium 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/c) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/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 'Pearl Jennifer' is a bulbous perennial cultivar within the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. It thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, loamy soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. Suitable for borders and as cut flowers, this cultivar blooms in summer and benefits from autumn planting in humus-rich soil. Like other lilies, it requires moderate soil moisture and prefers cool roots. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and can be propagated 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 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/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 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/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 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/c)?
Lilium 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/c) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/c) need?
Lilium 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/c) grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Lilium 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/c) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/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 'Pearl Jennifer' (Ib-a/c)?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
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