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Key characteristics

Family: Liliaceae
Height: 1 ft to 1.5 ft
Width: 10 in to 12 in
Flower color: Bright orange upward facing flowers with dark speckling near the center
Foliage color: Deep green narrow lance shaped leaves
Bloom time: Early to midsummer
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate
Maintenance: Low; remove spent flowers and cut back stems after foliage has naturally died back
Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 8
Wildlife: Bees, butterflies and other pollinators attracted to the nectar rich flowers

Bulbs

Lilium 'Matrix Orange'

Matrix Orange Asiatic Lily

Lilium 'Matrix Orange' produces upward-facing, vivid orange flowers with a lightly speckled throat in early to midsummer, creating bold color above the foliage. Glossy, deep green lance-shaped leaves are arranged densely along sturdy upright stems, forming a neat, balanced habit that remains attractive throughout the growing season. The broad, open blooms are held in clusters, with thick petals that retain their rich color during the flowering season while also attracting butterflies and other pollinators.

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Moderate

Bloom time

Early to midsummer

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Cottage Gardens
Under Trees
Containers
Cut Flower Gardens

Companion plants

Columbines · Lungworts · Daylilies · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint

Design tip

The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Drift them in uneven groups for a natural look, and interplant with perennials that fill the gap after the leaves die back.

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