Orange lily (Lilium bulbiferum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Orange lily on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Liliaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 4 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Orange lily
Lilium bulbiferum, commonly known as Orange Lily or Fire Lily, is a perennial bulbous plant from the Liliaceae family, renowned for its vibrant, upright, intense orange flowers with dark spots. These striking blooms, appearing in early to mid-summer, are ideal for adding a bold splash of color to garden borders, rockeries, or as cut flowers in arrangements. Its presence creates a true focal point in any landscape design.
Native range
Central and Southern Europe
Care tips
It requires full sun or light partial shade for optimal flowering and prefers well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, and slightly acidic to neutral. Keep the substrate moist during the growth and flowering period, reducing watering once the plant enters dormancy. A common mistake is planting them in heavy or poorly draining soils, which can lead to bulb rot; ensure good drainage for their health. Protect young shoots from late spring frosts.
How to save a dying Orange lily
- Warning signs
- Yellow or brown, wilted leaves; soft stem; stunted growth.
- First aid
- Check soil moisture. If waterlogged, repot into dry soil. If dry, water deeply.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing bulb rot; or prolonged drought leading to dehydration.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if the bulb isn't completely rotted or desiccated. Act fast.