1 / 3Key characteristics
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Height
- 3-4 feet tall
- Width
- 12-18 inches wide
- Flower color
- Orange with red shading
- Foliage color
- Glossy green, lance-shaped leaves
- Bloom time
- Mid to late summer
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Fragrance
- Light, sun-kissed floral scent
- Maintenance
- Low; requires staking in windy areas and deadheading to encourage new blooms
- Growing zone
- USDA Zones 4-9
- Wildlife
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
Bulbs
Lilium 'Alchemy'
Alchemy Orienpet Lily
Lilium 'Alchemy' showcases vibrant orange flowers that command attention in mid to late summer. Each bold petal features a rusty-burgundy flare at the center of each petal, creating a dramatic contrast that highlights the flower's intense color. The bright, bold tones make 'Alchemy' a standout in any garden, with petals that practically glow in the sunlight, complemented by golden stamens that add an extra touch of warmth to the bloom.
Works well in
- Borders
- Cottage Gardens
- Under Trees
- Containers
- Cut Flower Gardens
Companion plants
Ferns · Astilbes · Foxgloves · Bergenias · Sedums · Columbines
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.
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Full sun to partial shade
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Full sun to partial shade
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Full sun to partial shade