Lilium, Tigrinum 'Splendens'
Lance-leaved Lily, Tiger Lily
Lilium tigrinum ‘Splendens’ (Tiger Lily) is a bold, upright perennial bulb with a strong vertical habit, featuring dark green lance-shaped foliage and striking, nodding orange flowers heavily spotted with black and recurved (reflexed) petals. Blooming in mid to late summer, this heirloom-type lily is valued for its dramatic appearance, reliability, and naturalizing ability.
Type: Bulb (Perennial)
Mature Size: 18–24" W × 36–60" H
USDA Zones: 3a–9b
Form: Upright, clumping
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil / Water: Well-drained soils; moderate water, tolerates short dry periods once established
Bloom Time / Length: Mid to late summer; moderate (2–3 weeks)
Wildlife: Bees
Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings. The bold, spotted flowers add strong visual interest and pair well with other summer perennials. Can spread over time to form colonies.
Care:
Plant bulbs in well-drained soil and allow foliage to die back naturally after bloom. May produce bulbils along stems that can be left to naturalize or removed for propagation. Stake if needed in windy areas. Avoid overly wet soils.
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- Plant type
- Bulb, Perennial
- Height
- 36-60"
- Width
- 18-24"
- Hardiness zones
- 3–9
- Sunlight
- Full Sun, Partial Shade
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Bloom time
- Late Summer, Mid Summer
- Leaf color
- Green
- Fall color
- Green
- Attracts
- Bees
- Soil
- Humus rich, Well Drained
- Landscape use
- Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting
- Shape
- Clumping, Upright
- Drought tolerant
- No