SKU: 00840369420718 5 "Frisco" Oriental Trumpet Lily (Lilium 'Friso') Bulbs

Key Features

• Growth Habit: Upright, bulb-forming perennial with tall, sturdy stems and glossy, lance-shaped green foliage.
• Bloom Color: Brilliant white petals with rich raspberry-red centers and a golden-green throat.
• Fragrance: Strong, sweet, intensely fragrant Oriental lily perfume.
• Fruit Flavor: None; ornamental plant that may produce decorative seed capsules if flowers are left on the stems.
• 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 bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other beneficial 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 neighboring plants.
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; thrives in evenly moist, well-drained soil but tolerates brief dry periods once established.
• Mature Size: Typically grows 4–6 feet tall with a spread of 12–24 inches.

When and How to Prune

• Remove spent blooms after flowering to prevent seed production and direct energy back into the bulb.
• Leave all healthy foliage intact until it naturally yellows and dies back, allowing the bulb to replenish its energy reserves.
• Cut stems back to ground level in late fall after the foliage has completely withered.
• Remove damaged or diseased foliage throughout the growing season to promote healthy growth and improve air circulation.

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, humus-rich, 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 12–18 inches apart to allow for mature growth and excellent 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 help conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the root zone cool.
8. Water consistently during active growth, keeping the soil evenly moist but never saturated.

Overwintering Steps

• 'Friso' Oriental Trumpet Lily is winter hardy in USDA Zones 4–9 and can remain planted outdoors year-round.
• Allow foliage to die back naturally after the first hard frost before removing it.
• Cut stems back 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 to emerge.
• Ensure excellent drainage throughout winter, as prolonged wet soil can cause bulb rot.
• Divide mature clumps every 4–5 years in fall if flowering declines or bulbs become overcrowded.

With its towering stems, enormous bicolor blooms, and unforgettable fragrance, 'Friso' Oriental Trumpet Lily is one of the finest Orienpet lilies available. Its exceptional vigor, reliable hardiness, and spectacular flowers make it a standout choice for perennial borders, cutting gardens, and dramatic landscape plantings, rewarding gardeners with breathtaking beauty for many years.