Paramount lily
Lilium 'Paramount'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall18+ inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Magenta pink
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Paramount' lily (Lilium 'Paramount') 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. Magenta pink, fragrant flowers open from early to late summer on stems 36 to 48 inches tall. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Paula Fay peony, Sweet William, Big bluestem, and Sweet pepperbush.