Lilium, Orientalis 'Tom Pouce'

Tom Pouce' Oriental Lily

Lilium orientalis ‘Tom Pouce’ (Oriental Lily) is an elegant, upright perennial bulb with a strong vertical habit, featuring dark green lance-shaped foliage and large, outward-facing flowers in a soft blend of rosy pink with a creamy yellow center. Blooming in mid to late summer, this cultivar is valued for its striking bicolor effect, strong fragrance, and refined garden presence.

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 unique pink and yellow coloration adds a soft yet eye-catching contrast in perennial beds. Highly valued for fragrant cut flower arrangements.

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

Plant type

Bulb, Perennial

Height

36-48"

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Late Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

Cornsilk, Hot Pink

Leaf color

Dark Spring Green

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Humus rich, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Clumping, Compact, Upright

Drought tolerant

No