Tiger lily

Tiger lily Care

Lilium lancifolium

What is the plant

Tiger lilies are a tough and hardy plant that is great for beginner gardeners looking for something easy to grow, while all gardeners can appreciate its colorful patterns.

The Tiger lily sometimes referred to as a Ditch lily, is a perennial plant species originating from Eastern Asia. However, it can be found in gardens and the wild throughout the world. It is a part of the Liliaceae family and is closely related to species like the tulip.

Tiger lilies are herbaceous plants, meaning they do not have woody stems and are identified by their orange and black colorings that resemble a tiger’s markings. Though their colors vary from pink to red, they are also noted for their elegantly curled pedals.

These perennials tend to bloom later in the summertime and even into the early fall. The flowers have a sweet fragrant smell that's very easy to identify. The scent and will last for up to two weeks when in the right conditions.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

15°C - 20°C

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

Invasive

Weed

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Tiger lilies need a most water when initially planted (or transplanted) and during active growing season. Typically tiger lilies need little to moderate amounts of water, and are fairly drought tolerant. Water a plant deeply about once a week, or when it looks wilted.
Pruning
Very little pruning is required; just remove brown dead leaves in the spring from the previous fall to make room for new growth.
Fertilizer
Tiger lilies do not require significant fertilizing; however, using general-purpose fertilizer a few times a year will help the plant’s growth. Make sure to use liquid fertilizer for the best results.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Tiger lilies are very sun-loving. You can place your flower next to a south-facing window.
Soil
Potting soil should be fine for your tiger lilies to grow in. However, make sure the soil is damp but not too moist. These plants are resilient and can grow in a wide variety of soil, but prefer slightly acidic conditions the most.
Propagation
Tiger lilies are propagated through bulbs or bulbils. These can be planted in the fall or spring time; just make sure the soil is well drained and that the bulbil is covered in about 6 inches (15.2 cm) of soil.

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Temperature
These lilies are extremely resilient plants and can survive temperatures as low as -25°F (-32C°) and do well at high temperatures.
Container
We recommend a pot that is at least 8 inches (20.3 cm) deep and 8 inches (20.3 cm) wide. This will give the lily adequate room to root and grow. The pot also needs proper drainage, as the plant and its bulbs rot easily in overly wet soil.
Fun fact
In some parts of the world, Tiger lilies are roasted and eaten by humans. However, they are harmful and toxic to cats. So be careful, keep them out of the reach of pets, and ensure you properly identify all plants before tasting them.