Overview
Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum is a cultivar of the Lilium genus, which comprises bulbous perennial plants with upright, columnar stems and whorled or spirally arranged foliage. This deciduous lily thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It flowers in summer and is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, flower borders, and as cut flowers. Cultivation involves planting bulbs in autumn in humus-rich soil, with propagation possible by seed, offsets, bulbils, or scales.
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. Most species are native to the Northern Hemisphere and their range is temperate climates and extends into the subtropics.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lilium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bulbs, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a)
- Propagation
- Seed, offsets, bulbils, scales
- Pest resistance
- Lily beetle, aphids, slugs, snails, thrips, leatherjackets, wireworms, rabbits, voles
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds, viruses
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a)?
Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) need?
Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) hardy in the UK?
Lilium primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a) 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 primulinum var. ochraceum (IXc/a)?
Seed, offsets, bulbils, scales.
More in the Lilium genus
- Lilium 'Barbara North' (Ic/d)
- Lilium 'Conception'
- Lilium 'Delicate Joy' (Ia/b)
- Lilium 'Easy Samba' (Ia/c)
- Lilium 'Gracia'
- Lilium 'Halloween' (Ia/-)
- Lilium 'Mount Duckling' (Ia-b/b)
- Lilium 'Parasol'
