Lilium Species, Grace of the Pasture

A perennial from China.

Has erect stems with lance shaped, mid-green leaves. Bears almost saucer shaped, slightly pendant ...Read Morelight pink flowers dotted with dark purple at the centre.

Flowers May-July

Strictly a cool summer region flower. Needs a moist but well drained, acid soil in sun to light shade. Dislikes waterlogged soil and dry soil conditions. Keep out of hot sun and often needs a leafy winter mulch if not being lifted.

Hates being disturbed so division isn't the best way of propagation and should ideally be left to naturalise.

Seeds germinate at about 40-50F and the plants often take 4 years to flower from seed.

One of the easier Nomocharis but still not for the feint of heart.