Malta lily
Lilium 'Malta'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2.5 to 3 feet tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Rosy-pink
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'Malta' lily (Lilium 'Malta') 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. Rosy-pink, fragrant flowers open from early to late summer on stems 30 to 36 inches tall. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Bartzella peony, Minuteman hosta, Little Lime panicle hydrangea, and Jackmanii clematis.