Tiger Lily | Lilium columbianum - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Tiger Lily | Lilium columbianum

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Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

May contain: flower, plant, anther, lily, petal, and pollen

Photo Credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

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Photo Credit: Clarence E Jones 3

Perennial erect flower that grows up to 4′ tall and has narrow lance-shaped leaves that are 1-4″ long. Flowers May to August. The showy characteristic lily flowers are bright orange with red/ purple spots near the center. The flower hangs downward and the petals curl backwards toward the stem.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Upland Prairie and Savanna, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland, Wet Prairie
Habitat Notes	Meadows, thickets, open forests and clearings.
Mature Height	2-4’
Shade Preference	sun, part shade, shade
Soil Tolerance	Moist, well-drained soil
Special Uses	Attracts insects, bees and butterflies; Ornamental

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Upland Prairie and Savanna

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