Overview
Lilium 'Pink Planet' (VIa/a) is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Pink Planet' (VIa/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 'Pink Planet' is a bulbous perennial cultivar within the Lilium genus, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. This variety thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, loamy soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. Suitable for borders and as cut flowers, it blooms in summer and requires moderate soil moisture. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is best planted in autumn with cool roots in humus-rich soil. Propagation is achieved 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 'Pink Planet' (VIa/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 'Pink Planet' (VIa/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 'Pink Planet' (VIa/a)?
Lilium 'Pink Planet' (VIa/a) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Pink Planet' (VIa/a) need?
Lilium 'Pink Planet' (VIa/a) grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Lilium 'Pink Planet' (VIa/a) hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Pink Planet' (VIa/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 'Pink Planet' (VIa/a)?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
More in the Lilium genus
- Lilium 'Aladdin' (Ia/b)
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- Lilium 'Amarossi' (VIIIa-b/b-c)
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