Lilium, Orientalis 'Casa Blanca'
Oriental Lily
Lilium orientalis ‘Casa Blanca’ (Oriental Lily) is a dramatic, upright perennial bulb with a strong vertical habit, featuring dark green lance-shaped foliage and very large, pure white, intensely fragrant flowers that face outward. Blooming in mid to late summer, this cultivar is prized for its elegant form, powerful fragrance, and exceptional use as a cut flower.
Type: Bulb (Perennial)
Mature Size: 18–24" W × 36–48" 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 large, fragrant blooms create a bold, elegant statement and are highly valued in floral arrangements. Pairs well with perennials that help shade the base.
Care:
Plant bulbs in well-drained soil with added organic matter. Stake if needed in exposed areas. Remove spent blooms but allow foliage to die back naturally. Mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool. Avoid overly wet soils.
- Plant type
- Bulb, Perennial
- Height
- 36-48''
- Width
- 18-24"
- Hardiness zones
- 5–9
- Sunlight
- Full Sun, Partial Shade
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Bloom time
- Late Summer, Mid Summer
- Flower color
- White
- Leaf color
- Dark Green
- Fall color
- Dark Green
- Attracts
- Bees
- Soil
- Humus rich, Well Drained
- Landscape use
- Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting
- Shape
- Clumping, Upright
- Fragrant
- Yes
- Drought tolerant
- No