SKU: 00840369420695 3 "Hocus Pocus" Oriental Lily (Lilium 'Hocus Pocus') Bulbs

Key Features

• Growth Habit: Upright, bulb-forming perennial with strong stems and glossy, lance-shaped green foliage.
• Bloom Color: Creamy white petals with bold raspberry-pink to magenta centers, crimson speckles, and a lime-green throat.
• Fragrance: Strong, sweet, classic Oriental lily fragrance.
• Fruit Flavor: None; ornamental plant that may produce decorative 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 severe kidney failure if ingested by cats. 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 benefiting from cool, shaded roots.
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; grows best in consistently moist, well-drained soil but tolerates short dry periods once established.
• Mature Size: Typically grows 30–40 inches tall with a spread of 12–18 inches.

When and How to Prune

• Remove spent blooms after flowering to prevent seed production and encourage the bulb to store energy for the following season.
• 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 throughout the growing season as needed.

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 allow 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 keep the root zone cool.
8. Water regularly throughout the growing season, maintaining evenly moist but well-drained soil.

Overwintering Steps

• 'Hocus Pocus' Oriental Lily is winter hardy in USDA Zones 4–9 and can remain planted outdoors year-round.
• Allow the foliage to die back naturally after the first hard frost before cutting stems back.
• Cut stems to ground level once the foliage has completely yellowed.
• Apply a 2–4 inch layer of mulch after the ground freezes to insulate bulbs from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
• Remove excess mulch gradually in early spring as new shoots begin to emerge.
• Ensure the planting site has excellent winter drainage to prevent bulb rot.
• Divide established clumps every 3–5 years in fall if flowering decreases or bulbs become crowded.

With its richly colored blooms, intoxicating fragrance, and elegant stature, 'Hocus Pocus' Oriental Lily brings a touch of enchantment to the summer garden. Perfect for borders, cutting gardens, and containers, this spectacular perennial rewards gardeners with luxurious flowers, reliable performance, and timeless beauty season after season.