Overview
Lilium 'Tessa'PBR is a plant with a columnar upright habit in the genus Lilium, part of the Liliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lilium 'Tessa'PBR 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 'Tessa'PBR is a columnar upright lily in the family Liliaceae, notable for its narrow, vertical habit and summer flowering. It carries deciduous foliage and blooms from June to August. Plant in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered site in neutral loam that is kept moist but well-drained. It is well suited to cutting and to mixed flower borders and cottage-style planting.
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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In the garden
Lilium 'Tessa'PBR is a cultivated member of the genus Lilium (family Liliaceae) with a distinctly columnar upright habit and a clear summer flowering period from June to August. As a deciduous species, it dies back after the season and relies on a defined summer display for its garden value. The cultivar is recommended where vertical structure and seasonal cut flowers are required. Position Lilium 'Tessa'PBR in full sun on a south-facing site with shelter from strong winds; the upright form performs best without exposure that can cause stems to sway. Use a neutral, loamy soil that stays moist but drains freely—avoid waterlogged or very dry conditions. Its UK rating is H6, which translates to very hardy under typical mainland UK conditions, but siting in a protected border will reduce the risk of wind damage to flowering stems. Plant Lilium 'Tessa'PBR towards the back of mixed borders or in narrow beds where its columnar shape adds height without spreading. It is also recommended for cutting; place close to a path or lawn edge for easy harvesting of blooms during the June–August season. Because of its tall, upright form, it provides reliable vertical interest and a steady supply of stems for vases.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lilium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Lilium 'Tessa'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lilium 'Tessa'PBR
- Propagation
- Offsets after foliage dies down
- 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 'Tessa'PBR?
Lilium 'Tessa'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lilium 'Tessa'PBR need?
Lilium 'Tessa'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lilium 'Tessa'PBR hardy in the UK?
Lilium 'Tessa'PBR 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 'Tessa'PBR?
Offsets after foliage dies down.
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'
