Lilium orientalis 'Sorbonne' | Sorbonne Oriental Lily
DESCRIPTION
Lilium orientalis ‘Sorbonne’ is an elegant lily with upward-facing, bowl-shaped flowers that are a soft cotton candy pink with a white edge and darker spots toward the center. The flowers have a subtle, sweet fragrance, and the six petals are arranged in a symmetrical shape with prominent yellow anthers. The plant's dark green, lance-shaped foliage provides a beautiful contrast to the soft colors of the blooms, enhancing its visual appeal in the garden.
This variety thrives in well-drained soil in full to part sun and is known for its hardiness and resilience. It blooms in mid-summer, adding a burst of color when many other plants are at their peak. Lilium ‘Sorbonne’ is also relatively low-maintenance, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a beautiful and dependable lily.
DESCRIPTION
Lilium orientalis ‘Sorbonne’ is an elegant lily with upward-facing, bowl-shaped flowers that are a soft cotton candy pink with a white edge and darker spots toward the center. The flowers have a subtle, sweet fragrance, and the six petals are arranged in a symmetrical shape with prominent yellow anthers. The plant's dark green, lance-shaped foliage provides a beautiful contrast to the soft colors of the blooms, enhancing its visual appeal in the garden.
This variety thrives in well-drained soil in full to part sun and is known for its hardiness and resilience. It blooms in mid-summer, adding a burst of color when many other plants are at their peak. Lilium ‘Sorbonne’ is also relatively low-maintenance, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a beautiful and dependable lily.
DESCRIPTION
Lilium orientalis ‘Sorbonne’ is an elegant lily with upward-facing, bowl-shaped flowers that are a soft cotton candy pink with a white edge and darker spots toward the center. The flowers have a subtle, sweet fragrance, and the six petals are arranged in a symmetrical shape with prominent yellow anthers. The plant's dark green, lance-shaped foliage provides a beautiful contrast to the soft colors of the blooms, enhancing its visual appeal in the garden.
This variety thrives in well-drained soil in full to part sun and is known for its hardiness and resilience. It blooms in mid-summer, adding a burst of color when many other plants are at their peak. Lilium ‘Sorbonne’ is also relatively low-maintenance, making it a popular choice for gardeners seeking a beautiful and dependable lily.
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Family: Liliaceae
Height: 20–40 inches
Width: 12–18 inches
Flower color: Bring pink with narrow white edges
Fragrance: Slightly fragrant
Bloom time: Mid to late summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moist but well-drained soil
Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to promote new blooms; allow foliage to die back naturally in fall
Growing zone: USDA zones 3–8
Wildlife attractors: Bees, butterflies
