Lilium Asiatic Assorted – 8 Bulbs

A mix of Asiatic lilies in a range of vibrant colors, perfect for gardeners who want a diverse and colorful display.

Lilium Asiatic – Assorted Colours (Pack of 8 Bulbs)
Bright, bold, and easy to grow – ideal for borders, containers, and cutting gardens.

Add a splash of colour to your garden with this vibrant mix of Lilium Asiatic hybrids. Known for their hardy nature and brilliant early-summer blooms, these lilies produce non-fragrant, upward-facing flowers in a range of vivid colours – including red, orange, yellow, pink, and white.

Asiatic lilies are low maintenance and ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners. They grow well in borders, mixed flower beds, and large containers, and also make long-lasting cut flowers.

Key Features:

• Includes: 8 top-quality bulbs in assorted colours

• Flowering period: Early to mid-summer (October–January)

• Height: Varies by variety, typically 40–100 cm

• Bloom colour: Assorted shades of red, orange, yellow, pink, and white

• Fragrance: None – ideal for scent-sensitive areas

• Planting season: Autumn (April–May) or early spring (August–September)

Growing Tips:

Sunlight:
Full sun to partial shade (minimum 6 hours direct sun daily). In hotter regions, provide afternoon shade.

Soil Requirements:
Rich, loamy, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Improve heavy clay with compost and coarse sand.

Planting Depth & Spacing:

• Plant bulbs 10–15 cm deep

• Space 20 cm apart

• Use deep containers (30 cm+) for pot cultivation

Watering & Feeding:

• Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist

• Avoid waterlogging

• Fertilise at planting with a slow-release bulb food

• Feed every 2 weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser during active growth

• Apply potassium-rich fertiliser after flowering

Mulching:
Apply a 5 cm layer of organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate temperature.

Aftercare & Dormancy:

• Deadhead faded flowers to conserve energy

• Allow leaves to die back naturally

• Reduce watering in winter dormancy

• In wet winter areas, bulbs can be lifted and stored dry until replanting in autumn

Pests & Diseases:

• Monitor for aphids, thrips, and lily beetles

• Prevent botrytis (grey mould) with good airflow and dry foliage

• Avoid overwatering to prevent bulb rot

Companion Planting:

Asiatic lilies pair beautifully with freesias, alliums, gladiolus, and hostas, and look striking in mixed summer borders or large containers.

Summary:
Lilium Asiatic hybrids are reliable, easy-care summer bloomers that reward gardeners with an explosion of colour. Perfect for South African gardens, they thrive in sunny positions and offer years of bold, uplifting flowers.