Lilium 'FIRST CROWN' lily
size/type
mid-sized perennial,mid-sized perennial
usual height
0,8-1,3m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
June-July
location
full sun
USDA zone (lowest)
5 (down to -29°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Lilies are not just beautiful cut flowers. In perennial beds same as carefully planted among shrubs or trees they will dazzle with bright colours, shapes, and sizes of their blooms. And be sure we select the grandest of the great ones only!
Description of the plant:
First Crown is a popular lily with large flowers combining two colour shades: golden-orange and orange red in the centre. It often has a few extra petals inside the flower. It is derived from Asiatic species. It grows about 1m when mature. Lilies are easy, maintenance-free tuberous perennials that do best when left grown without taking out. They need fertile, slightly acidic soil, always moist, even in winter. Plant the bulbs at a depth of 2-3 times their height. Check for pests after the leaves have emerged. Fully hardy.
Last update 12-01-2009
