How to Grow and Care for Tiger lily

Tiger lily, also known as Leopard Lily, Columbia Lily, Oregon Lily, Panther Lily, Western Lily, Ditch Lily, Wild Orange Lily, Roadside Lily

Tiger lily thrive with full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. They require moderate watering, consistent moisture but not waterlogged conditions. Special care points include staking to support their tall stems, especially in windy areas, and being cautious of lily beetles, which can damage the foliage and flowers. Regular inspection and prompt removal of pests are advised.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Tiger lily

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-6.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	3-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Human & Pets

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Varieties of Tiger lily

Tiger lily 'Splendens'

Tiger lily 'Flore Pleno'

Tiger lily 'Flore Pleno' is a Tiger lily cultivar, selected to have stunning, outward-facing, double flowers, and has hair on it's stems and buds, contrasting most other lilies. It's black and purple spots resemble the fur of a tiger, hence where it got it's name. Tiger lily 'Flore Pleno' can also produce as much as 36 tepals.

Tiger lily 'King Pete'

Tiger lily 'King Pete' is a cultivar of the Tiger lily distinguished by its creamy-yellow, outward-facing flowers with slightly darker, orange central parts, lightly covered with reddish brown freckles. This cultivar is known as one of the few outward-facing lilies among the Asiatic lily hybrid group.

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Tiger lily proudly displays its brilliant orange petals, which can span 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) in diameter, each petal uniquely adorned with a smattering of black to dark purple spots. Six curved petals open to form a wide bowl-shaped flower, presenting an exuberant visual contrast. The long, slender stalks may tower up to 3 to 4 feet (about 90 to 120 cm) tall, bearing a few whorled leaves that are bright green, lance-shaped, and up to 6 inches (15 cm) long.