SKU: 00840369420732 3 'Abbeville Pride' lily (Lilium 'Abbeville's Pride') Bulbs

Key Features

• Growth Habit: Upright, bulb-forming perennial with sturdy stems and glossy, lance-shaped foliage.
• Bloom Color: Deep burgundy-red centers blending into creamy white petal margins with light crimson speckling and a lime-green throat.
• Fragrance: Strong, sweet Oriental-style fragrance.
• Fruit Flavor: None; produces ornamental seed capsules if spent flowers are left on the plant.
• Culinary Uses: None; not edible.
• Medicinal Uses: No recognized medicinal uses.
• Possible Toxicity: Highly toxic to cats. All parts of the plant—including flowers, pollen, leaves, stems, and bulbs—can cause severe kidney failure if ingested. Ingestion may also cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and humans.
• Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. Moderately resistant to deer and rabbits, although young shoots and flower buds may occasionally be browsed. Monitor for aphids, slugs, snails, and lily leaf beetles.
• Planting Zone: Hardy in USDA Zones 4–9.
• Sun Preferences: Full sun to partial shade; performs best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight while keeping the root zone cool with mulch or companion plants.
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil but tolerates brief dry periods once established.
• Mature Size: Typically grows 36–48 inches tall with a spread of 12–18 inches.

When and How to Prune

• Remove spent flowers after blooming to prevent seed production and encourage the bulb to store energy for next year's growth.
• Leave healthy foliage intact until it naturally yellows and dies back.
• Cut stems to ground level in late fall after the foliage has completely withered.
• Remove damaged or diseased foliage during the growing season to improve plant health and air circulation.

Planting Instructions (Bulbs into the Ground)

1. Plant bulbs in fall or early spring while the soil is cool and workable.
2. Choose a location with fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
3. Dig a hole 6–8 inches deep, measuring from the top of the bulb to the soil surface.
4. Position the bulb with the pointed end facing upward.
5. Space bulbs 10–12 inches apart to provide adequate room for mature growth and good air circulation.
6. Backfill with soil, gently firm around the bulb, and water thoroughly after planting.
7. Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and help keep the root zone cool.
8. Water regularly during active growth, keeping the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged.

Overwintering Steps

• 'Abbeville's Pride' Lily is winter hardy in USDA Zones 4–9 and can remain in the ground year-round.
• Allow foliage to die back naturally after the first hard frost before cutting it back.
• Cut stems to ground level once the foliage has completely yellowed or browned.
• Apply a 2–4 inch layer of mulch after the ground freezes to protect bulbs from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
• Remove excess mulch gradually in early spring as new shoots begin to emerge.
• Ensure excellent winter drainage to prevent bulb rot in cold, wet soils.
• Divide mature clumps every 3–5 years in fall if flowering declines or bulbs become crowded.

With its dramatic bicolor blooms, sweet fragrance, and dependable perennial performance, 'Abbeville's Pride' Lily is a magnificent addition to borders, cutting gardens, and mixed perennial beds. Its elegant flowers, sturdy stems, and easy-care nature ensure years of spectacular midsummer color and beauty.