How to Grow and Care for Blackberry lily

Blackberry lily, also known as Leopard lily, Leopard flower, Belamcanda chinensis, Candy lilies

Blackberry lily thrives with basic care, making it suitable for gardeners of all levels. This plant requires full sun for optimal blooming and well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Overwatering should be avoided, as blackberry lily is drought-tolerant once established. Special care points include deadheading spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and dividing clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Pets

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Planting and Growing Blackberry lily

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	5-10
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Varieties of Blackberry lily

Blackberry lily 'Hello Yellow'

A cultivar of Blackberry lily, blackberry lily 'Hello Yellow' is named for its bright, vivaciously golden blossoms, which bloom from mid to late summer. Unlike other cultivars, which tend to be heavily spotted, blackberry lily 'Hello Yellow' lacks spots altogether. Its sword-like leaves are reminiscent of Tall bearded iris species.

Blackberry lily 'Freckle Face'

A cultivar of Iris, blackberry lily 'Freckle Face' is named for the unique and evocative red splotches across its yellow-orange blossoms. Each individual flower lasts only a day, although the plant produces constant blooms from mid to late summer. Gardeners prefer this Iris as it's virtually pest and disease-free and tolerates both full sun and partial shade, making it a versatile choice for amateur gardeners.

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Blackberry lily is a perennial plant featuring elongated, sword-like leaves resembling those of iris plants. In late summer, it showcases vibrant flowers with petals that evoke the appearance of lilies, each marked with distinct orange spots. These blossoms group together in sprays ranging from 3 to 12. Following the flowering period, the plant produces unusual fruit that splits open, exposing clusters of shiny, black seeds which bear a striking similarity to blackberries. The plant attains a stature of approximately 2-4 feet (60-120 cm) in height.