Lily - Uchida
Lilium 'Uchida'
PL# 2181Quantity
About This Plant
Lilium speciosum var. rubrum 'Uchida' is a late-summer blooming species lily with deep carmine-red petals adorned with darker crimson spots and edged in white. The recurved petals give the flowers an elegant, wild appearance, and they are lightly fragrant, adding a delicate scent to the garden. Growing 4 to 6 feet tall, this variety thrives in full sun to part shade with moist, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 5 to 7, it is resistant to verticillium wilt and returns reliably each year. Originally cultivated in Japan.
Plant Details
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Our Tips & Recommendations
Watering
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, adjust watering based on your local conditions.
Soil & Planting
Plant in well-drained soil amended with compost. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at the same depth it was growing in the nursery container.
Great Companions
Group plants with similar sun and water needs together for a thriving garden. Check the Plant Details above for this variety’s specific requirements.
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