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Lilium Saronno - Lily

Lilium Saronno
Lily, Asiatic Lily, Oriental Lily

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This variety offers superb single flowers in white, with a slightly infused yellow-green heart. Slightly fragrant, they appear towards the end of July or early August and last for about 3 weeks. It is a perfect lily for borders, pots, or even large rockeries. It is also a fabulous cut flower.
Flower size
22 cm
Height at maturity
1.35 m
Spread at maturity
50 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -18°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time February to April, October to December
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Description

The 'Saronno' Oriental Hybrid Lily is a variety that belongs to the group of oriental lilies. Its large single flowers are white, with a slight bluish reflection and a heart infused with yellow-green. Lightly scented, this elegant lily adapts perfectly to borders, pots, or rockeries, provided that the soil is well-drained and free of limestone. Robust, it faithfully blooms every year, bringing a refined touch to garden compositions.

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 clump. 'Saronno' is a horticultural hybrid of the oriental lilies group or "OT", obtained by cross-breeding various species originating from the Far East. This plant reaches approximately 1.30 m to 1.40 m in height when in flower, and the clump spreads without a theoretical limit over time, with the bulbs producing bulblets through vegetative multiplication. In late July, early August, appear umbels of flowers, directed outwards and upwards, well displayed. They are in the form of very wide trumpets, measuring up to 20 cm in diameter, and are very pleasantly scented. The stems are strong, covered with alternate, dark green, shiny, lanceolate leaves.

Oriental lilies require specific conditions to thrive, slightly more demanding than those of Asian lilies. They appreciate a soil rich in humus, well-drained and non-calcareous, as excess moisture in winter can harm the bulbs. In acidic soil, their colours intensify. Partial shade, especially in the afternoon, helps to extend the flowering period and preserve the brightness of the flowers. For an elegant border, the Lilium 'Saronno' pairs well with yellow or white lilies, gladioli or daylilies. Grasses and perennials around the lily help shade the soil and stabilize the stems against inclement weather. Oriental lilies are also cultivated at the edge of a copse, surrounded by small bushes such as rhododendrons or azaleas, and are perfect for creating beautiful bouquets.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.35 m
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time August
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 22 cm
Fragrance Fragrant, Intense, headed, penetrating.
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Lilium

Cultivar

Saronno

Family

Liliaceae

Other common names

Lily, Asiatic Lily, Oriental Lily

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference23404

Planting and care

The 'Saronno' lily does not appreciate chalky, poorly drained, and heavy soils. You will plant it in full sun, with the base in shade, preferably in spring, burying the bulbs 15 cm deep in a pocket of soil mixed with leaf compost. Surround them with a pocket of sand to prevent rot and slug attacks, while allowing them to grow more easily. Mark the planting location, as growth only starts in April. When the stems reach 30 cm high, discreetly stake them. Some afternoon shade in summer is appreciated to maintain colour intensity.
If red insects appear, treat them immediately; they are lily beetles whose larvae can devour all the leaves. The most effective method is to catch them by hand, but be careful as they drop as soon as touched, so place a box underneath. Otherwise, treat regularly with permethrin.
After flowering, it is useful to cut faded flowers halfway to keep the bed looking beautiful during summer.


Tip for planting lilies in compact soil: The scaly bulbs of tall lilies fear clayey soils that suffocate them and cause rot. In Eastern Europe, the following technique is used to help these bulbs survive winter. Plant them on 'benches' built above ground level. These benches consist of a first layer of gravel, on which compacted branches are placed. Cover everything with a thick layer of leaf compost, 20 to 30 cm deep. Plant the bulbs in the compost, where you can also let some ground-covering plants creep.


On the terrace, you can create sumptuous pots with lilies. Choose a container that is wide and deep enough (at least 16 cm in diameter for 1 bulb). Fill it with a mix of leaf compost and sand. Plant the lilies in groups of 3 to 5 bulbs, 10-15 cm apart, then water abundantly. Place the pots in a cool room or outside once the frost has passed. The ambient temperature should be around 12°C. When shoots appear, move the pot to a bright conservatory or room at around 18°C. Provide liquid fertiliser twice a month until floral buds appear.

Planting period

Best planting time October to November
Recommended planting time February to April, October to December
Planting depth 15 cm

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Back of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -18°C (USDA zone 7a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 7 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil moisture Moist soil, Well-drained, humus-bearing soil.

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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