Lilium orientalis Nova Zembla

Nova Zembla Lily

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A robust Oriental lily known for large white blooms with crimson margins and intense fragrance. Bulbous perennial thriving in cool climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Nova Zembla Lily
Family Liliaceae
Genus Lilium
Species Orientalis
Variety Nova Canin
Origin Asia / Europe (Hybrid)
Blooming Summer flowers, fragrant white with red edges
Leaf Color Medium green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loam with peat or perlite to ensure bulb aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth and flowering. Reduce water after blooming for dormancy storage.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun in cool climates; partial shade required in hot regions to prevent scorching

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Fertilization

Apply balanced bulb fertilizer at planting and liquid feed every 2 weeks during bud formation

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers to prevent seed set. Cut stems to ground in autumn before first frost.

Pest Control Aphid Lily Beetle Slug Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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