SKU: 00840369420633 3 Forever Linda Asiatic Lily Bulbs

Key Features

• Growth Habit: Compact, upright, bulb-forming perennial with sturdy stems and narrow, glossy green foliage.
• Bloom Color: Brilliant golden-orange to apricot-orange, upward-facing blooms.
• Fragrance: Little to no fragrance; grown primarily for its vibrant flowers.
• Fruit Flavor: None; may produce ornamental seed capsules if 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 acute kidney failure if ingested by cats. Ingestion may also cause mild gastrointestinal upset in dogs and humans.
• Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Moderately resistant to deer and rabbits, though young shoots and flower buds may occasionally be browsed. Watch for aphids, slugs, and lily leaf beetles.
• Planting Zone: Hardy in USDA Zones 3–8.
• Sun Preferences: Full sun to partial shade; performs best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil but tolerates short periods of drought once established.
• Mature Size: Typically grows 18–24 inches tall with a spread of 10–14 inches.

When and How to Prune

• Remove spent flowers as they fade to prevent seed production and direct energy back into the bulb.
• Leave healthy foliage in place until it naturally yellows and dies back to replenish the bulb for next year's blooms.
• Cut stems back to ground level in late fall after the foliage has completely withered.
• Remove damaged or diseased foliage during the growing season to maintain plant health.

Planting Instructions (Bulbs into the Ground)

1. Plant bulbs in fall or early spring when 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 5–6 inches deep, measuring from the top of the bulb to the soil surface.
4. Place bulbs with the pointed end facing upward.
5. Space bulbs 8–10 inches apart to allow room for mature growth and good air circulation.
6. Backfill with soil, gently firm around the bulbs, and water thoroughly after planting.
7. Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and help keep the root zone cool.
8. Water regularly during active growth, allowing the soil to remain evenly moist but never saturated.

Overwintering Steps

• Forever Linda Asiatic Lily is fully hardy in USDA Zones 3–8 and overwinters well in the ground.
• Allow the foliage to die back naturally before removing it.
• Cut stems to ground level after the first hard frost once the foliage has completely yellowed.
• Apply a 2–4 inch layer of mulch after the ground freezes to protect bulbs from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
• Remove excess mulch in early spring as new shoots begin to emerge.
• Ensure the planting site has excellent drainage throughout winter to prevent bulb rot.
• Divide established clumps every 3–5 years in fall if flowering becomes less vigorous or plants become overcrowded.

Forever Linda Asiatic Lily delivers brilliant early-summer color, exceptional reliability, and effortless elegance in a compact package. Its sturdy stems, vibrant orange blooms, and easy-care nature make it an excellent choice for borders, patio containers, mixed perennial gardens, and long-lasting cut flower arrangements that return with renewed beauty year after year.