Perennials

Read ‘Sunny Martinique’

Oriental lily

Read ‘Sunny Martinique’: 45 cm high and 45 cm spread, sun exposure. Pink, red, white blooms in August. Zone 3; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.

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Exposure
Sun
Life cycle
Hardy perennial
Hardiness
Zone 3

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Common nameRead ‘Sunny Martinique’
FamilyLiliaceae
GenusLily
SpeciesOriental
CultivarSunny Martinique
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameOriental lily

For a sunny composition, 'Sunny Martinique' Lily (Lilium orientalis 'Sunny Martinique') offers flowers in shades of pink, red, and white. The foliage has shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is in August. The clump reaches about 45 cm in height and 45 cm in spread; use these dimensions to place the plant in the middle of a flower bed and in group plantings.

The success of 'Sunny Martinique' Lily begins with its location: full sun, in suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Support the rooting of 'Sunny Martinique' Lily with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rain and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. A spacing of approximately 45 cm between centers is a starting point, to be adjusted according to observed vigor. The indicated hardiness zone is 3, to be assessed according to your garden conditions.

The maintenance of 'Sunny Martinique' Lily relies mainly on observing the clump: monitor for lily beetles on the leaves and buds, then remove stems only when they are dry. The lily recharges its bulb with nutrients from its leaves after flowering; avoid cutting green stems at ground level. For companion planting, consider perennial geraniums, campanulas, and daylilies in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (August) and the 45 cm spread will serve as guides for arranging other plants around this one. This plant is toxic to cats; choose a location out of their reach.

Lis ‘Sunny Martinique’ — Lilium orientalis

Planting guide

From planting to establishment.

Spacing / density 17.7 inches
Best planting time Spring after the thaw or early fall, allowing the roots time to settle before the severe cold.
Growing method
Plant 'Sunny Martinique' Lily: Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish before the severe cold. Support the rooting of 'Sunny Martinique' Lily with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist. The lily recharges its bulb through its leaves after flowering; avoid cutting green stems at ground level.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Soil pH

Acid; general indication of the botanical group

Care level

Routine maintenance

Watering

Support the rooting of Lily 'Sunny Martinique' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before re-watering. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on soil that is already moist.

Soil type

Garden soil, well-drained, retaining moderate moisture during establishment

Fertilization

Fertilizer for flowering

Moisture

Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball

Seasonal care

Read ‘Sunny Martinique’: watch for lily beetles on the leaves and buds, then remove the stems only when they are dry. During its flowering period (August), also check for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could hide the clump.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

Stable and perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try Lis ‘Sunny Martinique’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (45 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Lis ‘Sunny Martinique’

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

18 inches (45.5 cm)

Width / spread

18 inches (45.5 cm)

Flower color

Pink

Foliage color

Green

Foliage type

Lapsed

Growth rate

Fast

Growth habit

Erected

Fragrance

Not documented for this selection

Bloom period

August
Lis ‘Sunny Martinique’ — Lilium orientalis

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

Associations to consider for Lily ‘Sunny Martinique’: perennial geraniums, bellflowers, daylilies. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable humidity; allow each clump its adult space.

Plants to avoid

Around ‘Sunny Martinique’ Lilies, especially avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

Where to plant Lily 'Sunny Martinique'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during planting). The lily recharges its bulb using its leaves after flowering; avoid cutting green stems flush with the ground.
What is the recommended spacing for Lis 'Sunny Martinique'?
Allow about 45 cm in height and 45 cm in width at maturity. Approximately 45 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flower bed and for group planting.
When does 'Sunny Martinique' Lily bloom?
The period indicated is August. The flower palette is pink, red, white. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Lily 'Sunny Martinique'?
Accompany the rooting of Lilium 'Sunny Martinique' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Monitor for lily beetles on leaves and buds, and remove stems only when they are dry.
Can 'Sunny Martinique' lilies be grown in pots?
To try 'Sunny Martinique' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (45 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Reported toxicity

Yes