Lilium, Asiatic 'Montreux'

Lily 'Montreux'

Lilium asiatic ‘Montreux’ (Asiatic Lily) is a graceful, upright perennial bulb with a strong vertical habit, featuring dark green lance-shaped foliage and soft blush-pink, upward-facing flowers that bloom in early to mid-summer. This cultivar is valued for its elegant pastel color, sturdy stems, and reliable performance in a wide range of garden settings.

Type: Bulb (Perennial)
Mature Size: 12–18" W × 30–36" H
USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Upright, clumping

Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Well-drained soils; moderate water, prefers consistent moisture but tolerates short dry periods
Bloom Time / Length: Early to mid-summer; moderate (2–3 weeks)

Wildlife: Bees

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for borders, mass plantings, and cutting gardens. The soft pink blooms blend well with a variety of color schemes and provide a refined look in perennial beds. Ideal for fresh cut arrangements.

Care:
Plant bulbs in well-drained soil; avoid soggy conditions. Stake if needed in exposed areas. Remove spent blooms and allow foliage to die back naturally. Divide bulbs every few years to maintain vigor.

Plant type

Bulb, Perennial

Height

30-36''

Width

12-18"

Hardiness zones

4–10

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Clay, Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clumping, Upright

Drought tolerant

No