Lilium 'Aladdin's Sun'

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LA hybrid Lily

Aladdin's Sun Asiatic upfacing hybrid lily (Lilium 'Aladdin's Sun') is a cross between a longiflorum (Easter lily type) and Asiatic (garden lily type) displaying large, upfacing, lemon-yellow flowers liberally spotted with burgundy spots. This cultivar has a light fragrance that should not cause problems when cut and brought indoors. Hybrids between these two very different types of lilies typically produce sturdy stems that don't need staking and can reach some height in the garden. Lilies lack protective scales surrounding the bulb, so carefully plant these bulbs in fertile, well-drained soils that have not grown lilies in recent history (to avoid spreading diseases to new plants). Lilies, unfortunately, are considered delicacies by rabbits and deer, and caging may be advisable if there are heavy infestations of either of these animals in the neighborhood.

Soil:
Moderate
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Partial Shade
Bloom Time:
May - June
July - August
Bloom Color:
Yellow
Landscape Use:
Bedding or Border
Specimen Plant
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Butterflies
Plant Type:
Bulb
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 7