'LF-1' (Interspecific Hybrid) (Lilium)

Classification: Interspecfic Hybrid (USDA Zones 5-9, colder w/winter mulch.)

Lily Bulb - (Friemann) These cantaloupe orange blooms have brownish-red penciling radiating out from the nectary papillae and lightly reflexed petal tips that lighten to ivory as the blooms age. One of the first clones released by LeVern, it is a cross involving the old clone of 'Thunderbolt' from Jan de Graaff and a Tetraploid Oriental from Dr. Pappo, called 'Rachel Pappo'. Flower color and form resemble Lilium henryi, but the blooms are much larger, up to 6 inches across. Thick, heavily textured flowers, apple green nectary stars and cinnamon-colored, raised papillae make this a stunning addition to your landscape. Drought and heat-resistant. These are huge bulbs, having being grown the last six years in light shade, surrounded by mature trees, but the stems hold up well in windy areas also, no need for staking if grown in full sun. Blooms are plentiful, their color gradually fades as the flowers age, with a good showing in warm weather. A very long-lived clone, bulbs tend to get larger, with many more flowers each year, good for permanent plantings, near the back of a border.

Plant these 12 to 16 inch (circumference) Private Harvest™ bulbs deep, they need at least 6 inches of soil covering the bulb, with a light dusting of fluffy mulch on the soil, to provide lots of room for stem roots. 6 Feet. July/August.

Bulb Size - Our standard for bulbs of this lily cultivar ranges from Premium-size™ (14/16 cm) to Exhibition-size™ (over 20 cm), with older bulbs reaching our Private Harvest™ brand of up to two pounds in weight. Click here for details.