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Lilium 'StarGazer'

Star Gazer Oriental Lily

Lilium ‘Stargazer’ (Oriental Lily) is a bold, upright perennial bulb with a strong vertical habit, featuring dark green lance-shaped foliage and large, upward-facing pink flowers edged in white with dark speckling. Intensely fragrant, the blooms appear in mid to late summer and are highly prized for both garden display and cut arrangements.

Type: Bulb (Perennial)
Mature Size: 18–24" W × 30–48" H
USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Upright, clumping

Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Well-drained, humus-rich soils; moderate water, prefers consistent moisture
Bloom Time / Length: Mid to late summer; moderate (2–3 weeks)

Wildlife: Bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for borders, cutting gardens, and focal points. The vibrant, fragrant blooms add strong color and presence to summer plantings. Ideal for fresh cut flowers and pairs well with perennials that help shade the base.

Care:
Plant bulbs in well-drained soil with organic matter. Stake if needed in windy locations. Remove spent blooms but allow foliage to die back naturally. Mulch to keep roots cool and retain moisture. Avoid overly wet conditions.

Plant type
Bulb, Perennial
Height
30-36''
Width
18-24"
Hardiness zones
5–9
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Late Summer, Summer
Flower color
Pink, Red
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Green
Attracts
Bees, Birds
Soil
Humus rich, Well Drained
Landscape use
Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting
Shape
Clumping, Upright
Fragrant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No