Overview
Lilium pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) is a columnar upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lilium pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) 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 pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum 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 on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, favouring well-drained, neutral loam soil. It flowers in summer, producing terminal clusters typical of lilies. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, flower borders, and as cut flowers, it requires autumn planting of bulbs in humus-rich soil and benefits from cool roots. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and can be propagated 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 pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) 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 pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d)
- 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 pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d)?
Lilium pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) need?
Lilium pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lilium pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) hardy in the UK?
Lilium pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d) 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 pyrenaicum subsp. carniolicum (IXc/d)?
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'
