Overview
Lilium 'Rascal Souvenir' is a upright bulbs in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with linear, lance-shaped foliage. Lilium 'Rascal Souvenir' 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 'Rascal Souvenir' is a bulbous perennial cultivar of the genus Lilium, known for its upright stems and linear, lance-shaped foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with well-drained, loam soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and is suitable for borders or as cut flowers. Planting is best done in autumn, with bulbs requiring moderate moisture and cool roots for optimal growth. The plant flowers in summer, contributing to the genus's characteristic terminal clusters of flowers.
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 'Rascal Souvenir' 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 'Rascal Souvenir'
- 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 'Rascal Souvenir'?
Lilium 'Rascal Souvenir' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Rascal Souvenir' need?
Lilium 'Rascal Souvenir' grows best in loam and well-drained soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Lilium 'Rascal Souvenir' hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Rascal Souvenir' 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 'Rascal Souvenir'?
Bulb division, scale propagation.
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