Lilium

Genus

Also called the lily genus, lily, lilies

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Lilium
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Typebulb

“Lilies are tall perennials ranging in height from 1–6 ft (30–180 cm).” — Lilium - Wikipedia

Days to germination14–35 days

“expect 2–5 weeks” — Lily seed germination guidelines – Lilium Species Foundation

Germination temperature52–55.5 °F

“Temperature: 70°F (21°C)” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

LightFull sunlight or light shade

“Full sunlight or light shade” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

WaterRegular watering during periods of growth

“Regular watering during periods of growth” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Hardiness zones4 to 9

“Zones 4 to 9” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Spacing8–24 in

“Spacing 8 to 24 inches” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Height12–60 in

“Height: 12 to 60 inches” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Propagationfrom bulbils

“Propagate: from bulbils” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Start indoors8–12 weeks before last frost

“8–12 weeks” — Lily seed germination guidelines – Lilium Species Foundation

Transplantfollowing the last frost

“following the last frost” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Ready whenDeadhead

“Deadhead” — Lilium Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners

Toxicitynot toxic

“True lilies are known to be highly toxic to cats.[4]” — Lilium - Wikipedia

IndoorsUse gritty, free-draining mixes and avoid peat-heavy substrates for the western North American species. Keep air moving; lilies hate stagnant, wet media.

“Use gritty, free-draining mixes” — Lily seed germination guidelines – Lilium Species Foundation

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