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Lily Stargazer Oriental

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Lily Stargazer Oriental

Flower

Lilium 'Stargazer'

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 3–8
  • 90 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 12" spacing
  • pH 6–7
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  • Overview

    The most famous oriental lily, beloved for its intoxicating fragrance and dramatic upward-facing blooms with deep pink petals, white edges, and burgundy spots. These show-stopping flowers create an unforgettable display in mid to late summer, with each stem producing multiple large blooms that fill the garden with their legendary perfume. A must-have for cutting gardens and cottage-style landscapes.

  • Planting

    Plant bulbs in fall, 6 inches deep and 3 times the bulb width apart. Mulch for winter protection.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 14-30 days (from seed, though bulbs are preferred).

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Lily beetles, aphids, thrips, slugs. Common diseases: Botrytis blight, lily mosaic virus, basal rot.