Overview
Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) is a upright, clump-forming bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, dark green foliage. Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) grows best in full sun to partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and slightly acidic to neutral (ph 6.0-7.0) pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, containers and cut flowers.
About
Lilium 'Pink Flight' is an upright, clump-forming cultivar of the Lilium genus, known for its bulbous perennial habit and dark green linear foliage. This lily thrives in full sun to partial shade, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, fertile soil that is slightly acidic to neutral. It flowers in summer, producing terminal clusters characteristic of the genus. Suitable for borders, containers, and as cut flowers, it requires moist, free-draining soil and benefits from planting bulbs in autumn to enjoy its seasonal interest.
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.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lilium
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Soil type
- Well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.0)
- Soil moisture
- Moist, free-draining
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Upright, clump-forming
- Foliage
- Linear, dark green
- Suggested uses
- Borders, containers, cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c)
- Propagation
- Bulb division, bulbils
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to lily beetle
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to lily diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c)?
Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) prefers full sun to partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) need?
Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral (ph 6.0-7.0) soil. Aim for soil that stays moist to free-draining.
Is Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Lilium 'Pink Flight' (Ic/b-c)?
Bulb division, bulbils.
More in the Lilium genus
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- Lilium 'Amarossi' (VIIIa-b/b-c)
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