Northwest Blooms · Bulbs
Lilium 'Lankon'
Lankon Lily
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Height
- 36–72 inches
- Width
- 12–24 inches
- Flower color
- White with purple speckling
- Bloom time
- Mid-summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade, prefers bright light
- Water
- Regular
- Fragrance
- Strong, bold, sweetly floral fragrance
- Maintenance
- Deadhead flowers to prolong blooming; remove seed heads to redirect energy
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3–8
- Wildlife
- Bees, particularly attracted to the nectar-rich flowers
About this plant
Lilium 'Lankon' is a hybrid lily, derived from Lilium longiflorum and Lilium lankongense, known for its unique downward-facing, trumpet-shaped flowers. The petals are primarily white, adorned with deep violet to purple speckling throughout, creating a bold contrast. This lily blooms in mid-summer, typically from June to July, and its flowers are both fragrant and visually appealing.
The plant forms an upright, clumping growth habit with elegant, arching stems that carry the large flowers above the foliage. Lilium 'Lankon' thrives in sunny to partially shaded areas with well-drained soil. Its vivid blooms make it an excellent choice for cutting gardens, where it can be used in floral arrangements. It also works well in borders and containers, adding a touch of grace and color to gardens during the summer months.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Under Trees · Containers · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Lady's mantle · Hellebores · Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Astilbes
Design tip
Summer flowers carry the middle of the season, so place it where the bed needs color once spring bulbs fade. Drift them in uneven groups for a natural look, and interplant with perennials that fill the gap after the leaves die back.
Where to see it
This plant can be seen at the Center for Urban Horticulture.
