Dwarf Formosa Lily, Perennial
For the rock garden/suitable for cutting. Large trumpet shaped blossoms, good hardy form, often flowering the first year from seed
Dwarf Formosa Lily, Lilium formosanum var pricei, is such a surprising lily with its full-size, fragrant, trumpet-shaped, white flowers to 8â³ that have purple markings on the outside. The flowers are just above a diminuative clump of narrow, dark green leaves. It grows 12 â 24â³ tall in contrast to the species that tops out over 3 ft. Unlike the species which is a late season bloomer, the dwarf Formosa lily blooms in spring. Grow in sun to part shade in fertile, well-drained, moist soil. Hardy to -20 degrees F. The species is native to Taiwan. Liliaceae
Rapidly germinating, keep seed in constant moisture (not wet) with temperatures of about +20°C [68°F]. Seeds must be covered thinly. Do not cover very small seeds, but tightly press into the earth. Keep in cooler conditions after germination occurs.
Plant Description
Life Cycle: Perennial
Family: Liliaceae
Special Features: Large trumpet shaped blossoms, good hardy form, often flowering the first year from seed.
Basic Colour: (red/scarlet/purple)
Flower Colour: white, reddish-purple exterior
Natural Flowering Period: August – September
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z5 – Z9
Height with Flowers: 30 cm
Usage: for the rock garden/suitable for cutting
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