Description: The vibrant glow of a bright orange tiger lily flower is a garden favorite, wIth it's fragrant scent and good looks. All of these attribute of such a wonderous flower, leaves many to wonder why it is mostly seen growing in ditches along many American roads. Otherwise known as the "ditch lily," the tiger lily is a wildflower with a rich history, and superstitious roots. It is believed that the mere sniff of a tiger lily flower will put freckles on your face. The tiger lily is very easy to care for and they are hearty, requiring little attention. The tiger lily is a popular choice for many home gardners.
Hardy: Zone 3
Bloom Time: Summer - Fall
Height: 2-3'
Spacing: 4-6'' deep, 12'' apart
Sun Needs: Full sun (but can do well with afternoon shade. I have mine in part shade. They do still bloom and do well but they don't grow as fast or bloom as much in the part shade)
Water Needs: Low, but when you water do a deep watering
Outstanding Features: Bright colors, beautiful smell.
Uses: back of boarder garden, flower gardens, country/cottage gardens, cut flowers.
Tips: If you have an outdoor cat, use caution. Tiger lily flowers are highly toxic and can cause severe sickness or death in cats.
The Tiger Lily was first described by the famous Swedish botanist Carl von Linne (Linnaeus) in 1753.
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