Dolly Madison lily
Lilium 'Dolly Madison'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Bright magenta
Garden uses
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Notes
'Dolly Madison' lily (Lilium 'Dolly Madison') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. It grows 36 to 48 inches tall and bears fragrant, bright magenta blooms from early to late summer. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds visit the flowers.
Pairs well with Foxglove, Big bluestem, Little Lime panicle hydrangea, and Queen of Night tulip.