Northwest Blooms · Bulbs
Lilium 'Albany'
Albany Lily
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Height
- 3-4 feet tall
- Width
- 1-2 feet wide
- Flower color
- Dark pink and white with yellow throat
- Foliage color
- Bright green, lance-shaped leaves
- Bloom time
- Early to midsummer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Fragrance
- Light, softly sweet floral scent
- Maintenance
- Low; deadhead spent blooms and support tall stems as needed
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 4-8
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
About this plant
Lilium 'Albany' features trumpet-shaped blossoms in a lively fuchsia pink at the center, fading to soft white along the petal edges. Each bloom includes a sunny yellow throat, which enhances the warmth of the flower's coloring. The outside of the petals carries a gentle mauve tint, creating an appealing contrast with the vibrant hues on the inner surface. Blooming in midsummer, these upward-facing flowers bring a cheerful and elegant splash to garden borders and flower arrangements alike.
Originally bred as part of the Asiatic hybrid series, 'Albany' is known for its vigor and adaptability, making it a delightful choice for both beginners and seasoned gardeners. Its bold color combination offers a unique twist on classic lily varieties, making it an eye-catching addition to beds and borders and a long-lasting cut flower for summer arrangements.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Under Trees · Containers · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Heucheras · Lady's mantle · Hellebores
Design tip
Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. Plant in generous groups rather than single spots, and set them among perennials whose new growth covers the fading foliage.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
