Details
- Bulb Size
- 18/20 cm
- Flowering Height
- 120 cm
- Flowering Time
- August
- Colour
- Oranges & Yellows
- Growing
- Hardy
- Perfect For
- Cutting
- Pots & Tubs
- Scented
Turkish Cap Lilium Henyri
L3363
More commonly known as ‘Henry’s Lily’ in reference to the Irish explorer Augustine Henry, who discovered it, Turks Cap Lily ‘Henryi’ is an award-winning species lily.
Recipient of a prestigious award of garden merit from the RHS, this hardy and reliable cultivar produces up to 30 large, gracefully-poised, nodding flowers. The scented blooms are deep-orange in colour, with textured maroon speckles. Recurved petals expose elegant long green stamens and rust-coloured anthers, giving an exotic appearance.
Dark green foliage and black stems add to the enchanting look of this spectacular Turks Cap Lilium 'Henryi'. Extremely hardy and vigorous, prefers a lime-rich soil.
Care Guide
To cultivate lilies, choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil, digging a hole 15 cm deep. Plant the bulbs 15-23 cm apart, ensuring they sit 15 cm below the soil surface. Water the surrounding soil well, maintaining soil moisture until growth emerges. Young shoots may be susceptible to slug damage, so use wildlife-friendly methods such as a top layer of sand to protect emerging growth. Most Lilies can also be grown in pots – ensure containers are deep and have large drainage holes in the base. As the majestic stems ascend, they will reach heights of 45-150 cm, depending on variety. Support taller cultivars with stakes as they grow. Use dilute, balanced liquid plant feed every two weeks during the summer. Spray as soon as you notice the bright red lily beetle or their larvae.
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Ligtu Hybrids
M6002
Plant a mass of warm colour to ignite summer borders and pots with Alstroemeria ‘Ligtu Hybrids’. Clusters of exotic, funnel-shaped flowers bloom in an array of bright shades, from golden-yellow, red, tangerine, through pink to white. The bold flowers feature elongated, curved stamens and pretty flecks of maroon on their upper and often lower petals.
Easy to grow in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun, Alstroemeria ‘Ligtu Hybrids’ are rewarding and highly floriferous plants. Florist’s favourite, Peruvian lilies have an exceptional vase life and bring a tropical look to floral arrangements and bouquets.
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Spicata
M6512
With wisps of fine, extended petals giving the impression of a fluffy façade, the spires of Liatris ‘Spicata’ resemble soft feather dusters. Spicata’ means ‘spiked’, and the tall towers of vivid violet will add a colourful vertical accent to your borders.
The RHS includes this variety in their ‘Plants for Pollinators’ scheme: hundreds of miniature blooms burst open from the top downwards, warmly inviting bees and butterflies to a feast of pollen and nectar.
Despite their exotic appearance, these North American natives are exceptionally hardy, drought tolerant perennials. Boasting a long vase life, Liatris ‘Spicata’ will also make a fascinating feature amongst your floral arrangements.
