My Darling lily

Lilium 'My Darling'

BulbLiliaceae

AM (Haarlem) 1951

My Darling lily
Fragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Summer

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerPollinator gardenSpecimen

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBirds

Notes

'My Darling' lily (Lilium 'My Darling') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. The small flowers are red to orange and lightly spotted. They are fragrant and open from early to late summer. Butterflies and hummingbirds visit the blooms.

Pairs well with Black Beauty peony, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Love-in-a-mist.