Queen Wilhelmina lily

Lilium 'Queen Wilhelmina'

BulbLiliaceae

AM (Haarlem) 1951, FCC (Haarlem) 1953

Queen Wilhelmina 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

'Queen Wilhelmina' lily (Lilium 'Queen Wilhelmina') is a bulb for borders, cut flowers, containers, 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 fragrant flowers open in early to late summer. They are yellow ochre or ivory white with a green midrib. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds visit the blooms.

Pairs well with Karl Rosenfield peony, Blue Angel hosta, Standing Ovation little bluestem, and Love-in-a-mist.