Lilium 'Hotlips' is a fragrant lily that reaches 36 to 48 inches tall, producing showy flowers from June through August in hardiness zones 4 to 8. This bulbous perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires only moderate watering and low maintenance once established. The flowers are excellent for cutting, making this variety a standout choice for both garden display and fresh arrangements.
Partial Sun
Moderate
4-8
48in H x 12in W
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Moderate
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Fragrant flowers that bloom over a three-month window from early summer into late August offer extended color in the garden. The showy blooms perform double duty: they're stunning in the landscape and hold up beautifully in cut arrangements. At 36 to 48 inches tall with a relatively narrow footprint of 9 to 12 inches wide, this lily fits gracefully into mixed borders without overwhelming neighboring plants.
Lilies like 'Hotlips' are grown primarily for their ornamental flowers, which appear in summer gardens and make exceptional cut flowers for indoor arrangements. The fragrant blooms are valued by florists and home gardeners alike for their striking appearance and long vase life.
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Potted lily plants may be planted any time from spring through fall. Plant bulbs in fall or very early spring; some nurseries ship bulbs only in fall.
Cut flowers when buds are fully colored but not yet open; they will continue to open indoors and last longer in the vase. Remove stamens from open flowers if desired to reduce pollen staining and extend the bloom display.
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