SKU: 00840369420657 5 Double Oriental Lotus Queen (Lilium 'Lotus Queen') Bulbs

Key Features

• Growth Habit: Upright, bulb-forming perennial with sturdy stems and glossy, lance-shaped foliage.
• Bloom Color: Fully double blooms in soft blush pink with creamy white centers and deeper rose highlights.
• Fragrance: Rich, sweet Oriental lily fragrance.
• Fruit Flavor: None; ornamental plant that rarely produces seed due to its double flowers.
• 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 daily while keeping the root zone cool.
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil but tolerates short periods of drought once established.
• Mature Size: Typically grows 30–40 inches tall with a spread of 12–18 inches.

When and How to Prune

• Remove spent flowers after blooming to encourage the bulb to store energy instead of producing seed.
• Leave healthy foliage in place 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 when the soil is cool and workable.
2. Select a planting site 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. Place the bulb with the pointed end facing upward.
5. Space bulbs 10–12 inches apart to provide adequate room for mature growth and airflow.
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 roots cool.
8. Water regularly during the growing season, maintaining evenly moist—but never soggy—soil.

Overwintering Steps

• Double Oriental Lotus Queen Lily is winter hardy in USDA Zones 4–9 and can remain in the ground throughout winter.
• 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 protect bulbs from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
• Remove excess mulch gradually in early spring as new shoots begin emerging.
• Ensure excellent winter drainage to prevent bulb rot.
• Divide established clumps every 3–5 years in fall if flowering declines or plants become overcrowded.

With its sumptuous double blooms, heavenly fragrance, and elegant lotus-like form, Double Oriental Lotus Queen Lily is a breathtaking addition to summer gardens and floral arrangements. Its pollen-light flowers, dependable perennial habit, and luxurious appearance make it an exceptional centerpiece for borders, containers, and cutting gardens, providing years of spectacular blooms with minimal maintenance.