New England Wild Flower Society

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Lilium philadelphicum

wood lily

Of our native lilies, wood lily is the best choice for dry sites. Vibrant red-orange flowers top the long, vertical stems and bloom for a long period during the summer, complementing a great variety of other dry-site perennials.

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Height: 6-24 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-8


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Dry
• Average
Ecoregion
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Butterflies
Tolerance
• Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Specimen
• Rain Garden
• Meadow garden


North American Distribution


wood lily - Lilium philadelphicum from Native Plant Trust
wood lily - Lilium philadelphicum from Native Plant Trust
wood lily - Lilium philadelphicum from Native Plant Trust