Lilium Roselily Samantha - Lily

The Oriental Lily 'Roselily Samantha' is a variety with double flowers that belongs to the group of oriental lilies. It offers large bicolour star-shaped flowers facing upwards, dark pink speckled with purple, with white undulating edges, pollen-free. The flower center is infused with a green halo. The fully double flowers have overlapping layers of petals and, being devoid of pollen, they last longer and have a lighter fragrance than simple oriental hybrids. Robust, this oriental lily blooms faithfully in very well-drained, lime-free soil in a border, in a pot or even in a large rockery.

The genus Lilium belongs to the lily family, its representatives are bulbous plants whose deciduous vegetation disappears in winter. In spring, leafy stems emerge from the ground, rising and forming a narrow and very vertical tuft. 'Roselily Samantha' is a horticultural hybrid obtained by cross-breeding various species originating from the Far East. This plant reaches approximately 90 cm to 1 m in height when in flower, and the clump spreads indefinitely over time, with bulbs producing bulblets through vegetative multiplication. In August, umbels of flowers appear, facing outwards, well displayed. They are trumpet-shaped, very wide, measuring up to 20 cm in diameter, and are very pleasantly scented. The stems are sturdy, covered with alternate, dark green, shiny, lanceolate leaves.

Oriental lilies require specific conditions to thrive, a little more demanding than those of Asian lilies. They appreciate a humus-rich, well-drained, non-lime soil, as excess moisture in winter can harm the bulbs. In acidic soil, their colors gain intensity. Partial shade, especially in the afternoon, helps to extend the flowering period and preserve the brightness of the flowers. For an elegant border, Lilium 'Roselily Samantha' pairs well with pink, yellow, red, or white lilies, gladioli, or daylilies. Grasses and perennials around the lily help to shade the ground and stabilize the stems against harsh weather. Oriental lilies also thrive at the edge of a wooded area, surrounded by small bushes like rhododendrons or azaleas, and are perfect for creating beautiful bouquets.