Northwest Blooms · Bulbs
Lilium orientalis 'One Love'
One Love Oriental Lily

- Family
- Liliaceae
- Height
- 36–44 inches
- Width
- 12–18 inches
- Flower color
- Dark pink, with darker color and spots near the center
- Bloom time
- Mid to late summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Regular
- Fragrance
- Highly fragrant, with a strong spicy scent
- Maintenance
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new blooms; allow foliage to die back naturally in fall
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3–8
- Wildlife
- Bees, butterflies
About this plant
Lilium orientalis 'One Love' is an Oriental hybrid lily with large, fragrant blooms. The flowers are a rich dark pink, deepening toward the center where darker spots appear near the throat, adding depth and contrast to each petal. These dramatic blooms have a strong, spicy fragrance, making them a standout in the garden, particularly in late summer when they reach full bloom. The flowers face upward, creating an impressive display with their vibrant color and bold pattern.
With an upright, clumping growth habit, 'One Love' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, fertile soil. This lily is perfect for garden borders, cutting gardens, and containers, where its fragrant blossoms can be appreciated both outdoors and in arrangements. A deer-resistant variety, 'One Love' brings both beauty and resilience to a variety of garden settings, making it an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a reliable and eye-catching lily.
Works well in
Borders · Cottage Gardens · Under Trees · Containers · Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Heucheras · Lady's mantle · Hellebores · Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns
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.
