Almost Eden Plants Formosa Lily
Best reliable blooms for gardeners seeking elegant, thriving lilies.
These towering, fragrant trumpets bring a dramatic, architectural height to the garden that few perennials can match. They are remarkably low-maintenance and quick to naturalize, though you will need to provide enough vertical space to accommodate their impressive seven-foot reach.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant late-season color and beauty
- Novice gardeners desiring a rewarding, low-maintenance flowering plant
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting to support local wildlife and ecosystems
Who should skip it
- Gardeners expecting long-term perennial performance from their plants
- Gardeners in warm climates concerned about plant spread
- Cat owners prioritizing pet safety in their garden
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
Highly effective at drawing in hummingbirds and specialized moths.
Growth Potential
Reaches impressive seven-foot heights for dramatic vertical garden impact.
Ease of Maintenance
A resilient, low-fuss heirloom that naturalizes with minimal intervention.
Drought Tolerance
Establishes well and handles dry spells better than most lilies.
Fragrance Intensity
Produces a powerful, sweet scent ideal for evening garden enjoyment.
Hardiness Range
Best suited for warmer climates with limited winter cold tolerance.
Key Specs
Grows To
5-7'H x 12-16''W
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones (2012)
7,8,9, (Biennial 5,6)
Outdoor Light
Full sun, Mostly sunny, Part shade, Part sun
pH Range
Acidic, Mildly Acidic, Neutral
Soil & Moisture
Well-drained soils, average moist, fertile soils. Somewhat drought resistance once well-established.
Flowering Period
Summer
Fertilizing
Fall, winter, and spring in zones 8 and warmer. Spring until about midsummer in colder regions.
When to Plant
Easy to establish anytime of year from containers where reliably hardy. Dig and divide in late winter or early spring if desired.
Watering Needs
Moderate
Mature Spread
12-16 inches
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