Cardiocrinum giganteum, Lilium giganteum

Cardiocrinum giganteum, or Giant Lily, is an impressive large shrub native to China reaching up to five to ten feet tall. It has beautiful white or off-white flowers during the summer months, with each stem having up to 15 blooms. It has maroon stripes and is highly fragrant, attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. This majestic plant is hardy in USDA Zone 9-11.

Growing Cardiocrinum giganteum is a fairly easy task, as it is ideal for semi-shaded areas, requiring regular watering. For cold regions, consider planting your Giant Lily in a pot and bringing it indoor during the cold months. Planting should be done in spring, when the soil is warm and you can find bulbs at garden centres. Dig a hole and plant your bulb three times deeper than its size and cover with soil. Water regularly and feed the plant each spring to ensure good growth. After a few years, the bulb can be divided and replanted. With proper care, you will be rewarded with magnificent blooms year after year.

Similar plants:

• Lilium catesbaei (Catesby's Lily, Pine Lily, Leopard Lily)
• Lilium sp. (Lily)