code: 867
Lily regale ‘Album’ is the pure white form
Family: Liliaceae
Common name: White Regal Lily
Plant Classification: Hardy bulb
Minimum Height: 70 cm
Maximum Height: 90 cm
Packet Content(approx.): 12
Lily regale ‘Album’ is the pure white form of the classic garden lily opening its trumpet-shaped flowers in June and July, that can number up to fifteen trumpets per stem and all with golden centres and a powerful and delicious scent from its flowers.
Sowing advice:
Sow seeds at any time covering them with compost or grit 5mm deep, keeping the seed pot in a cool, well-lit spot outdoors. Artificial heat is not needed and can prevent germination so be very patient as many species will only germinate in the spring after chilling or freezing in the moist seed tray in the winter. Grow on individual seedlings in small pots until of sufficient size to be potted on or planted out into the open ground.
Information:
Spread: 1.00 to 2.00 feet
Bloom Time: July
Bloom Description: White
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Medium
Culture
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers rich, organic soils. More drought tolerant than many other types of lilies. Bulbs prefer good moisture year-round, however. Plant bulbs 6-8″ deep (slightly less in heavy clay) and space 18-24″ apart in either fall or early spring. Plant in groups of at least three bulbs for best display. In optimum growing conditions, each bulb will multiply over time to form a large clump of stems. Mulch around plants to keep root zone cool. Protect from wind. Although stems are strong, staking for this tall lily is advisable. Remove flowers as they fade to prevent plant energies from being wasted on seed production. After bloom, cut plants to the ground only after leaves and stems have turned yellow.
