Are you looking to add a stunning pop of color to your home garden? What about a dramatic view in your yard along with a source of heavenly fragrance?
Well, lilies can be the answer to all those needs!
While you get to pick from an incredibly wide variety of species, the massive range of options can be confusing.
This is where today’s article comes in!
Keep reading to find out about the different types of lilies, how they’re classified, which ones are the easiest to grow, which species are the most popular, and a lot more. Let’s jump in!
How Many Species of Lilies Are There?
There are about 100 different species of lilies out there, categorized into 9 divisions for easier tracking as follows:
- Asiatic Hybrids: Division 1
- Martagon Hybrids: Division 2
- Candidum Hybrids: Division 3
- American Hybrids: Division 4
- Longiflorum Hybrids: Division 5
- Trumpet and Aurelian Hybrids: Division 6
- Oriental Hybrids: Division 7
- Interdivisional Hybrids: Division 8
- Wild Species: Division 9
1. Fire Lily
Names
The Fire Lily is botanically known as Lilium bulbiferum. Other common names for this flower are Orange Lily, Jimmy’s Bane, Tiger Lily, St. John’s Lily, and Flame Lily.
Classification-wise, the Fire Lily belongs to the 9th Division: Wild Lilies.
Description and characteristics
Native to the mountains of Europe, the Fire Lily lives up to its name with bright blooms of a vibrant tangerine orange shade.
Each flower features an open bowl outline and the petals display lovely chocolate-colored freckles.
The Fire Lily is on the smaller side, growing up to 4 feet tall in USDA zones 3 to 9. It’s pleasantly fragrant and easy to propagate thanks to the many bulbils present between the leaf and the stem.
How to care
Despite its showy appearance, the Fire Lily doesn’t need much maintenance to thrive. It prefers full to partial sun exposure, has average water needs, and isn’t at all picky about the type or pH of the soil you plant it in.
That said, the Fire Lily does best in well-drained soil that’s kept constantly moist and enriched with well-decomposed organic matter or leaf mold.
Don’t forget to regularly check for attacks by gray mold, aphids, lily beetles, vine weevils, and slugs.
2. Golden-Rayed Lily
Names
The Golden-Rayed Lily is known in the botanical scene as Lilium auratum. Other common names for this flower include the Goldband Lily and Mountain Lily.
As for the classification, the Golden-Rayed Lily is a wild lily of Division 9.
Description and characteristics
Native to Japan, the Golden-Rayed Lily is a sight to behold.
Blooming in late summer, this flower produces white petals with a sunny yellow stripe down the middle, creating a gorgeous star outline. Each petal also possesses dark or light pink spots that add to the plant’s striking beauty.
The Golden-Rayed Lily grows up to 4 feet high in USDA zones 5 to 10. They give off a very nice scent that’ll lure you into spending as much time as possible near them.
How to care
Requiring little maintenance, the Golden-Rayed Lily thrives in full sun and can also tolerate light shade during the afternoon in hot climates.
There’s no need to worry about the soil conditions; you can plant this flower in well-drained chalky, sandy, loamy, or clay soil with an acidic or neutral pH. However, you need to make sure the soil stays adequately moist at all times.
3. Canada Lily
Names
The Canada Lily is scientifically known as Lilium canadense. Other common names for this flower are the Wild Yellow Lily, Meadow Lily, Bitter Root, Canadian Martagon, Yellow Bell Lily, and Field Lily.
The Canadian Lily is a wild species of lilies, so it’s categorized under Division 9.
Description and characteristics
The Canada Lily plant produces trumpet-like blooms with a dainty outline. The petals are orange with brown freckles and possess pointed tips that extend out and up.
The cheerful appearance of these lilies hits its peak in June and July, growing to reach 6 feet tall in USDA zones 3 to 9.
Native to Canada, this lily doesn’t germinate from the top of the bulb like most lilies. Instead, it forms shoots from the base of the blub, and then new bulbs rise at the end of those shoots moving toward the surface.
How to care
The Canada Lily does best with deep watering at least once per week. It’s a low-maintenance plant once established, given that you provide sandy or loamy soil where the pH is acidic to neutral.
Light-wise, this flower thrives in full sun for optimal flowering. It can also grow well in partial shade.
4. Easter Lily
Names
Lilium longiflorum is the botanical name of the Easter Lily. This flower is also commonly called the White Trumpet Lily, November Lily, Trumpet Lily, and Bermuda Lily.
The Easter Lily’s genetic composition and hybridization history categorizes it as a wild species of Division 9.
Description and characteristics
Elegant and delicate, the Easter Lily produces classic trumpet-shaped blooms with evident yellow anthers. The petals are mostly a pure white color, with a bit of pale green toward the center of the flower.
The Easter Lily is behind some of the most popular lily hybrids such as White Heaven and White American. Heavily scented, it grows in USDA zones 5 to 8, blooming in late summer and growing up to 4 feet tall.
How to care
This flower is easy to maintain. It thrives in full sun to part shade and doesn’t need a particular type of soil as long as it’s well-drained, neutral to alkaline, and loaded with organic matter.
Watering-wise, you just need to avoid letting the soil completely dry out. Never overwater your Easter Lily and keep an eye out for aphids, stem rot, and gray mold.
5. Oriental/Japanese Lily
Names
The scientific name of the Oriental Lily is Lilium speciosum. This flower also has other common names such as Showy Lily, Red Orchid Lily, and Red Japanese Lily.
The Oriental Lily, similar to the previous species, is part of the 9th Division of parent lilies.
Description and characteristics
Right from the first glance, you’ll know why so many people seek to add the Oriental Lily to the garden — it’s simply dazzling!
Hailing from Japan, this flower typically blooms in early fall, unlike most other species of lilies.
Taking the shape of a pendant, these blossoms are either a blush pink shade or a white color. They possess dark pink freckles along with raised bumps (papillae).
Pleasantly fragrant, the Oriental Lily grows in USDA zones 5 to 7, reaching a height of 4 to 5 feet.
How to care
To ensure optimal flowering, keep your Showy Lily exposed to indirect sunlight for at least 4 to 6 hours.
Any type of loose soil with an acidic to neutral pH level is suitable for this flower. But make sure it’s well-drained and rich in organic fertilizer.
During the seedling phase, frequent watering is required. After that, you don’t need to water often; just enough to keep the soil moist.
6. Henry’s Lily
Names
The botanical name of Henry’s Lily is Lilium henryi. This flower also goes by other common such as Tiger Lily and Trumpet Lily.
Henry’s Lily is a wild species, so it belongs to the 9th Division.
Description and characteristics
While Henry’s Lily doesn’t offer a fragrance, it more than makes up for it with showy blooms in a striking tropical orange color.
The petals feature patches of red bumps and a Turk’s Cap outline that bends back to almost touch the stalk. They can grow as tall as 8 feet in USDA zones 5 to 8.
How to care
Henry’s Lily is a low-maintenance plant with average water needs. It grows best in moist soil and will endure severe damage if the soil is left to dry out completely.
Although it can tolerate full sun exposure, this flower thrives in partial shade. It’s not fussy about the type of soil, but it prefers a loose, slightly alkaline medium with plenty of organic matter.
Additionally, Henry’s Lily is very resistant to diseases.
7. Tiger Lily
Names
The Tiger Lily is botanically known as Lilium tigrinum or Lilium lancifolium. You can also hear it commonly called the Leopard Lily, Chalisa-cup Lily, Oregon Lily, and Columbia Lily.
As a member of Division 9, the Tiger Lily is a wild species of lily.
Description and characteristics
Originally from Asia, the Tiger Lily is now a natural occurrence across the United States, especially in the New England area.
This flower gets its name from the dark, purple-black spots spread all over the peachy orange petals that bend backward to come in contact with the stalk’s base.
This plant also possesses very dark stems that contrast beautifully against the bright orange blossoms.
Fragrant-less, the Tiger Lily blooms during the summer and grows in USDA zones 3 to 9. It can grow as tall as 5 feet.
How to care
Similar to most wild lilies on today’s list, the disease-resistant Tiger Lily is low maintenance. It can thrive in any type of soil at acidic or alkaline pH levels as long as it’s well-drained.
Watering should be done at least once a keep, making sure that the soil never dries out completely.
As for light requirements, the Tiger Lily enjoys both full sun and partial shade.
8. Leopard Lily
Names
The Leopard Lily is known in the botanical language as the Lilium pardalinum. Other common names for this flower are the Panther Lily, California Tiger Lily, Vollmer’s Lily, Vollmer’s Lily, Wiggins’ Lily, and Pitkin Marsh Lily.
The Leopard Lily is one of the parent lily species, which means it’s part of Division 9.
Description and characteristics
This woodland species of lily produces blooms in a stunning orange-red shade that becomes a golden yellow at the center. The petals display dark spots that grant the flower its common name.
Native to North America, particularly from Oregon to California (the pacific coast area), the Leopard Lily resembles a small lantern dangling from an elongated stalk.
Giving off a pleasant scent, this flower grows in USDA zones 5 to 9 and can reach a height of up to 6 feet.
How to care
The Leopard Lily prefers full sun to partial shade and can adapt to any type of soil given that it’s well-drained, moist, and rich in organic matter.
It’s prone to attacks by gray mold, aphids, lily beetles, vine weevils, and slugs, so remember to regularly check the plant for unhealthy signs.
9. Madonna Lily
Names
The scientific name of the Madonna Lily is Lilium Candidum. This flower is also commonly referred to as the White Lily, Juno’s Rose, French Lily, Ascension Lily, St Joseph’s Lily, Bourbon Lily, and Annunciation Lily.
Occurring naturally in the wild, the Madonna Lily is categorized under Division 9.
Description and characteristics
The Madonna Lily is one of the oldest species among all lilies, dating back to the times before Christianity.
This plant produces blooms in a crisp, white shade with large, broad petals. The bright yellow anthers sometimes neighbor a light green at the flower’s center.
Madonna Lilies blossom in the summer and give off a heavenly fragrance. They grow in USDA zones 6 to 9, reaching a height of up to 5 feet.
How to care
The beautiful Madonna Lily is a hassle-free plant maintenance-wise. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and doesn’t need frequent watering.
A well-drained soil that’s enriched with humus and always moist will keep this flower happy regardless of the soil type.
When planting the Madonna Lily, make sure that the bulb’s nose is covered by 1 inch of soil.
10. Martagon Lily
Names
The Martagon Lily is botanically known as the Lilium martagon. Its other common names include Turk’s Cap Lilies and Mountain Lilies.
Found in the wild, Martagon Lily is the last member of Division 9 on today’s list.
Description and characteristics
The Martagon Lily plant blooms in sparse, green foliage and abundant, soft purple flowers that also exist in pink and pure white shades.
The pendant-like blossoms have the outline of a Turk’s Cap (which is the inspiration behind its common name) with the petals curving down and then back up to touch the flower’s base.
Highly fragrant, this lily grows as tall as 6 feet in USDA zone 5 to 8.
How to care
Like its fellow members of Division 9, the Martagon Lily prefers full to partial sun. It’s not picky about the type of soil, but it needs to be well-drained and constantly moist.
11. Elodie Lily
Names
Botanically known as Lilium ‘Elodie’, this lily species belongs to the Division 1 of the Asiatic hybrids.
Description and characteristics
This type of lily blooms with a double row of petals in a pretty shade of light pink. These showy blossoms are trumpet-shaped and adorned with raspberry-colored freckles.
The Elodie Lily plant is on the smaller side, growing to a maximum height of 4 feet in USDA zones 4 to 8.
Fantastic for cutting, these 5 to 6-inch flowers are pollen-free, so they’re ideal for bouquets and arrangements.
How to care
Elodie lilies thrive in full sun to partial shade and moist but well-drained soil. It’s not picky about the type or pH of the soil as long as there’s no standing water.
12. Enchantment Lily
Names
Known botanically as Lilium ‘Enchantment’, this lily species is part of Division 1 of the Asiatic hybrids.
Description and characteristics
The Enchantment Lily produces magnificent blooms of intense orange petals and a faint dusting of brown freckles.
Flowering in the summer, this type of lily is a bit small with a maximum height of 4 feet. It grows in USDA zones 4 to 8.
This lily doesn’t typically have a fragrance, but they’re easy to reproduce thanks to the bulbils that form on the apex of each stem leaf.
How to care
The Enchantment Lily does best in full sun. It prefers moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
13. Connecticut King Lily
Names
Botanically referred to as Lilium ‘Connecticut King’ and commonly called the Asiatic Lily, this lily species is categorized under Division 1 of the Asiatic hybrids.
Description and characteristics
The Connecticut King Lily produces spectacular blooms with buttercup yellow petals that turn golden at the center. These 4 to 6-inch wide flowers don’t have spots.
Blossoming in June, this lily plant is small. It grows to a maximum height of 3 feet in USDA zones 4 to 8.
This Connecticut King Lily doesn’t usually have a fragrance, but it looks amazingly cheerful in any setting.
How to care
This is a low-maintenance lily species with medium water needs and a knack for full sun to partial shade. Avoid dry soil and keep an eye out for aphids, botrytis, and bulb rot.
14. Roma Lily
Names
Known as Lilium ‘Roma’ in the botanical scene, this lily species is a member of Division 1: the Asiatic hybrids.
Description and characteristics
The Roma Lily produces dramatic blooms that start as pink buds and develop into large white or creamy blossoms.
The trumpet-shaped petals are decorated with a few brown freckles near the base. The brown anthers give it a vanilla-like look.
Flowering in early summer (a bit later than other lilies of Division 1), this plant grows to a maximum height of 4 feet in USDA zones 3 to 9.
The Roma Lily is usually non-fragrant, but it’s excellent for cutting and mass planting.
How to care
This lily species thrives in full to partial sun. Regardless of the type or pH of the soil, it should always be moist and never with standing water.
15. Orange Pixie Lily
Names
Botanically referred to as Lilium ‘Orange Pixie’, this lily species belongs to Division 1 of the Asiatic hybrids. It’s a dwarf hybrid of the Pixie series lilies.
Description and characteristics
Orange Pixie lilies produce astonishing blooms with vibrant fiery orange petals and dark green strappy leaves. The large flower faces up and out with a funnel-shaped outline.
Flowering earlier than most members of Division 1, this dwarf lily blossoms from June to August. It grows to a maximum height of 1.5 feet in USDA zones 2 to 9.
Typically non-fragrant, this type of lily is perfect for containers, pots, and cutting.
How to care
The Orange Pixie Lily does best in full sun to partial shade. Chalky, sandy, or loamy soil is suitable as long as it’s well-drained, constantly moist, and enriched with well-rotted organic matter.
It may be prone to lily disease, aphids, lily beetles, thrips, and gray mold.
16. Denia Pixie Lily
Names
Also known as Lilium ‘Denia Pixie’, this lily species is one of the members of Division 1; the Asiatic hybrids. Like the Orange Pixie Lily, this is a dwarf hybrid of the Pixie series lilies.
Description and characteristics
A little less loud than Orange Pixie, the Denia Pixie plant produces lovely blooms of pale pink petals and yellow centers. The oversized trumpet-shaped flower features sprinkles of burgundy spots for extra personality.
Blossoming earlier than most members of Division 1, this dwarf lily grows to a maximum height of 1.5 feet in USDA zones 3 to 8.
Normally non-fragrant, this type of lily looks awesome for cutting, edging, and low borders.
How to care
The Denia Pixie Lily enjoys full sun to partial shade. It’s fine with any soil type or pH as long as it’s well-drained and never completely dry.
17. Marhan Lily
Names
Botanically known as Lilium X Dalhansonii, the Marhan Lily belongs to Division 2 consisting of Martagon-type Hybrids. It’s been around for over a century and shows off features from both parent lilies: Lilium martagon and Lilium hansonii.
Description and characteristics
The Marhan Lily blooms into honey or salmon-colored petals with dense brown freckles for an overall sultry appearance.
While the petals do curve backward to try and touch the base, they don’t bend as intensely as the parent lilies.
Flowering in early summer, this species can grow as high as 6 feet in USDA zones 3 to 7.
How to care
The Marhan Lily is low maintenance. It thrives in partial sun to slight shade and isn’t particular about the soil type given that it has good drainage.
18. Nankeen Lily
Names
Known as Lilium x Testaceum in the botanical scene and commonly as the buff-colored lily, this lily species belongs to Division 3 consisting of Candidum Hybrids.
It’s the result of crossing Lilium chalcedonicum (scarlet Turk’s Cap) and Lilium Candidum.
Description and characteristics
As we mentioned earlier, the Madonna Lily is one of the oldest species among all lilies. It dates back to the times before Christianity; that’s at least 4,000 years old!
The Madonna plant produces flowers with large, broad petals of crisp, white color. They feature bright yellow anthers and -sometimes- a light green center.
Despite its fame, not many cultivars have been made using the Madonna Lily. The only known hybrid is the Lilium x Testaceum.
The Nankeen Lily is a rare sight, but it looks pretty much the same as the Madonna only with a salmon-cream color. Showy and fragrant, this bloom ranges from 3 to 4 inches wide, whereas the plant can reach as high as 5 feet.
How to care
If you manage to get your hands on a Nankeen Lily, provide full sun exposure and well-drained soil with average watering frequency. Expect blooming during late spring or early summer.
19. Bellingham Lily
Names
Botanically known as Lilium ‘Bellingham’, this lily species belongs to Division 4 consisting of hybrids of North American wild lilies. Like most flowers of this class, it comes from Lilium pardalinum (the Leopard Lily).
Description and characteristics
The Bellingham Lily plant produces blooms in a wide range of vibrant, warm shades of orange, red, maroon, yellow, and burgundy. The petals are adorned with black and brown spots.
This vigorous plant can reach a height of up to 6 feet, forming tall spikes with green leaf whorls covering them. They blossom in midsummer, finding appropriate conditions in USDA zones 4 to 8.
How to care
The Bellingham Lily doesn’t require much maintenance. It thrives in full sun and can tolerate some shade.
Soil-wise, loam or sand is a suitable medium as long as drainage is efficient. Keep the soil moist but avoid overwatering.
20. Cherrywood Lily
Names
Scientifically known as Lilium ‘Cherrywood’, this type of lily is a member of Division 4 since it’s a hybrid of a North American wild lily. Its parent is the Leopard Lily (Lilium pardalinum).
Description and characteristics
The Cherrywood Lily plant produces flowers in a gorgeous, fiery shade of blood orange with rich red at the tips of the petals and a lighter tangerine shade at the center. The petals also feature red freckles for extra showiness.
Similar to the Bellingham Lily, this long-lasting plant can reach a height of up to 5 or 6 feet. It forms tall spikes with deep green leaf whorls all over.
The Cherrywood Lily blossoms in midsummer, preferring growth conditions of USDA zones 4 to 8.
How to care
Like the Bellingham Lily, the Cherrywood hybrid is low maintenance. It enjoys full sunlight and hot temperatures.
It needs well-drained soil regardless of the type and pH. Its delicate rhizomatous bulbs require extra care when moving.
21. White American Lily
Names
Botanically referred to as Lilium longiflorum ‘White American’, this species of lily is part of Division 5 consisting of Longiflorum Hybrids. Its parent is the popular Easter Lily, highly prized for having pure white flowers and an alluring fragrance.
Description and characteristics
The White American Lily has a trumpet-shaped outline. It looks as pure as the Easter Lily, with oversized white blooms, dark yellow anthers, and pale green tips.
Compared to the extremely tender Easter Lily, the White American Lily is a lot sturdier and better at coping with environmental conditions. It can grow as tall as 4 feet in USDA zones 4 to 8, with upright stems showing off lance-like dark green leaves.
Blossoming in the summer, these lilies give off a sweet scent and make for great border plants.
How to care
The White American Lily does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers slightly alkaline, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and adequate fertilization.
22. Golden Splendor Lily
Names
Next up is the Lilium ‘Golden Splendor’ as it’s botanically known. This type of lily belongs to Division 6, consisting of Trumpet and Aurelian Hybrids.
Description and characteristics
The Golden Splendor Lily produces large 6-inch wide blooms with golden yellow petals.
The vibrant trumpet-shaped flowers are pale purple on the outside and possess brown antlers to tie the beautiful color scheme together.
Deliciously fragrant, each stem of this lily hybrid carries clusters of around 12 to 20 blossoms. The plant can grow as tall as 4 feet -typical for trumpet hybrids- in USDA zones 4 to 8.
Flowering in mid to late summer, the Golden Splendor Lily is excellent for cutting, containers, and borders.
How to care
The Golden Splendor Lily doesn’t need much to thrive. It can call any type of soil home as long as it’s well-drained and slightly alkaline.
This species does best in full sun or part shade. It tends to resist drought more efficiently than most other types of lilies.
23. Trumpet Lily
Names
Another member of the Trumpet and Aurelian Hybrids Division 6 is Lilium ‘African Queen’, also referred to as the Trumpet Lily.
Description and characteristics
The Trumpet Lily produces large 8-inch wide blooms with zesty orange petals that curve out and slightly up.
The trumpet-shaped flowers feature pale purple patches on the outside paired with rust-brown antlers to create a fascinating tropical vibe.
Giving off a heavenly fragrance, each stem of this lily hybrid carries clusters of around 15 to 20 blossoms. The plant can reach a maximum height of 6 feet -taller than typical trumpet hybrids- in USDA zones 4 to 9.
Flowering between July and August, the Trumpet Lily is terrific for cutting, pots, and borders. It received the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit in 2002.
How to care
The Trumpet Lily is a hassle-free plant when it comes to maintenance. It can adapt to any soil type or pH as long as it’s well-drained and kept moist.
This species grows best in full sun or part shade. It enjoys hot climates but can survive in a variety of temperatures.
24. Bright Star Lily
Names
Botanically known as Lilium ‘Bright Star’, this movie-inspired species of lily is part of Division 6 Trumpet and Aurelian Hybrids. Its parents are Lilium henryi and Lilium centifolium.
Description and characteristics
The Bright Star Lily produces dramatic blooms with a pink-orange color in the middle of the petals and white borders. This pattern results in a star-like look, which is where the flower got its name.
This flower also displays deep red spots and dark orange anthers that provide additional character. The outline of the flower is flatter compared to other members of Division 6.
Offering passersby a wonderful fragrance, the Bright Star Lily grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet in USDA zones 4 to 9. They bloom in late summer to early fall.
How to care
This lily hybrid prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires occasional watering and can do with any type of well-drained soil that’s kept moist.
25. Pink Perfection Group Lily
Names
Known as Lilium Pink Perfection Group in the botanical scene, this is the last flower from Division 6 on today’s list.
Description and characteristics
If you think you’ve seen a large lily bloom until now, the Pink Perfection Group Lily is even bigger!
It’s a massive 10-inch wide blossom with stunning pink and purple petals with dark pink freckles.
The centers are bright yellow with dark pink others and the tips are frosted in pure white for a show-stopping appearance!
Flowering in summer, this plant grows as tall as 6 feet in USDA zones 4 to 9.
How to care
The Pink Perfection Group Lily does best in full sun to partial shade. They like high temperatures and have no issues accepting any soil type or PH given that it has efficient drainage.
26. Dizzy Lily
Names
Botanically known as Lilium ‘Dizzy’, this species of lily belongs to Division 7 Oriental Hybrids.
Description and characteristics
This plant produces gorgeous blooms where white, slightly ruffled petals are decorated with raspberry-colored stripes down the center and red freckles on both sides.
With a delightful scent, the Dizzy Lily blossoms during the summer in USDA zones 5 to 9.
How to care
This type of lily enjoys full and partial sunlight and slightly acidic, well-drained soil.
27. Casa Blanca Lily
Names
Another member of Division 7 is the Lilium Casa Blanca or White House Lily.
Description and characteristics
As the name implies, this flower possesses pure white petals without any freckles or patches. The anthers are deep orange whereas the center has a faint green hue.
Each stem produces around 6 to 8 of these heavily scented lilies. The plant grows to reach about 4 feet tall in USDA zones 4 to 9.
Blossoming in mid to late summer, the Casa Blanca Lily is fantastic for cutting and containers.
How to care
Keep this lily hybrid in full sun or part shade to thrive. You can choose any type of slightly acidic soil, but make sure it’s well-drained.
28. Black Beauty Lily
Names
Last but not least, the Lilium Black Beauty or the Orienpet Lily belongs to Division 8 consisting of Interdivisional Hybrids.
Description and characteristics
Unlike what their name suggests, the petals on these lilies have pale pink tips that turn into a dark crimson toward the center with narrow white edges. They also possess deep purple spikes for a more intriguing look.
This plant requires plenty of space as it can produce up to 150 flowers per bulb. It can reach 6 feet tall in USDA zones 4 to 9.
How to care
The Black Beauty Lily thrives in full sun and well-drained, moist soil.
What Are the Most Popular Lily Types?
The most popular lily types include the Easter Lily, Tiger Lily, Turk’s Cap, and Casa Blanca Lily.
Which Lillies Are the Easiest To Grow?
The easiest lilies to grow are those belonging to Division 1 Asiatic lilies such as the Orange Pixie Lily, Enchantment Lily, and Connecticut King Lily.
FAQS
What Do the Colors of Lilies Mean?
As you can tell by now, lilies come in a wide variety of shades and patterns. Each of these colors has a certain symbolism and knowing it helps you choose the appropriate flower shade for the occasion.
Here’s a quick summary of the most common colors in lilies and their meanings:
- White: this color represents purity, innocence, grace, modesty, and elegance. It’s a great choice for weddings and ceremonies.
- Red: this color embodies passion, romance, love, desire, and devotion. It’s a terrific option for anniversaries, date nights, and Valentine’s Day.
- Pink: light pink indicates femininity, generosity, admiration, and charm. It’s a fantastic choice for gifting loved ones, wedding arrangements, and Mother’s Day bouquets.
Dark pink represents abundance, prosperity, and ambition. It’s a fine option for formal ceremonies and well wishes.
- Purple: this color is a sign of mystery, wisdom, royalty, and success. It’s a wonderful choice for anniversaries, birthdays, and gratitude gestures.
- Yellow: this color symbolizes joy, cheerfulness, happiness, health, and appreciation. Such lilies make fantastic bouquets for birthdays, saying thank you, sending congratulations, or welcoming parties.
- Orange: this color represents enthusiasm, excitement, good fortune, vitality, wealth, and confidence. It’s a fabulous gift for graduations, birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings
Wrapping It Up
Lilies are gorgeous flowers with striking patterns, vibrant hues, alluring scents, and intriguing outlines. They’re also easy to care for, so you don’t need much gardening experience to grow them!
As you can tell by now, there’s no shortage of options, and no matter what you pick, striking beauty is guaranteed!