SKU: 00840369420640 5 Lotus Pure Lily (Lilium 'Lotus Pure') Bulbs

Key Features

• Growth Habit: Upright, bulb-forming perennial with sturdy stems and glossy, lance-shaped foliage.
• Bloom Color: Pure white, fully double blooms with layered petals and little to no visible pollen.
• Fragrance: Light to moderately sweet fragrance.
• Fruit Flavor: None; ornamental plant that may produce seed capsules only rarely 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 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 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 benefiting from cool, shaded roots.
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; grows best in evenly moist, well-drained soil but tolerates short dry periods once established.
• Mature Size: Typically grows 24–36 inches tall with a spread of 12–18 inches.

When and How to Prune

• Remove faded flowers after blooming to prevent unnecessary energy from going into seed production.
• Leave all green foliage in place until it naturally turns yellow or brown, allowing the bulb to store energy for next season.
• Cut stems back to ground level in late fall after the foliage has completely died back.
• Remove damaged or diseased leaves 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 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. Position the bulb with the pointed end facing upward.
5. Space bulbs 10–12 inches apart to provide good air circulation and room for mature growth.
6. Backfill with soil, gently firm the soil around the bulb, and water thoroughly.
7. Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds.
8. Water regularly during active growth, keeping the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged.

Overwintering Steps

• Lotus Pure Lily is winter hardy in USDA Zones 4–9 and can remain in the ground throughout winter.
• Allow foliage to die back naturally after frost before removing it.
• Cut stems to ground level once the foliage has completely withered.
• 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 emerge.
• Ensure the planting site has excellent drainage throughout winter to prevent bulb rot.
• Divide mature clumps every 3–5 years in fall if flowering declines or plants become overcrowded.

With its luxurious double white blooms, refined fragrance, and pollen-free appearance, Lotus Pure Lily offers timeless elegance for gardens, patios, and floral arrangements. Its dependable performance, graceful habit, and easy-care nature make it an exceptional choice for gardeners seeking sophisticated summer beauty that returns year after year.