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Hardy perennial
Liliaceae
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Read ‘Summer Scarlet®’
Lily
'Summer Scarlet®' Lilac: 50 cm tall and 45 cm spread, full sun exposure. Red flowers in June-July. Zone 4; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 4
Discover the plant
Common nameRead ‘Summer Scarlet®’
FamilyLiliaceae
GenusLily
CultivarSummer Scarlet®
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameLily
Lilium ‘Summer Scarlet®’, known in the garden as Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’, combines red-toned blossoms with a size that is easy to place in a composition. Among its distinctive features: fragrant flowers. The foliage offers shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual blooming period is June-July. The clump reaches approximately 50 cm in height and 45 cm in spread; use these dimensions to place the plant in the middle of a flowerbed and for group planting.
Soil choice is essential for Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’: well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment. The preferred exposure is full sun. Support the rooting of Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. A spacing of about 45 cm between centers is a starting point, to be adjusted according to observed vigor. The indicated hardiness level is zone 4, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.
In a planting of Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’, monitor for lily beetles on leaves and buds, then remove stems only when they are dry. The lily recharges its bulb through its leaves after flowering; avoid cutting green stems at ground level. For companion planting, consider daylilies, perennial geraniums, and coneflowers in varieties with similar needs. Keep its 50 cm height in mind to place lower plants appropriately and allow the flowers to be visible during June-July. This plant is toxic to cats; choose a location out of their reach.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
17.7 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish themselves before the severe cold.
Growing method
Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’: In spring after the thaw or in early autumn, allowing the roots time to establish before the severe cold. Support the establishment of Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’ with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. The lily recharges its bulb using its leaves after flowering; avoid cutting the green stems at ground level.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Sour; general botanical group indication
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Accompany the rooting of Lis 'Summer Scarlet®' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil.
Soil type
Drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’: look out for lily beetles on leaves and buds, then remove stems only once they are dry. During its flowering period (June-July), also watch out for damaged stems and nearby plants that might be obscuring the cluster.
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 to adult development.
To try Lis ‘Summer Scarlet®’ 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 you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
20 inches (51 cm)
Width / spread
18 inches (45.5 cm)
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Null and void
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Scented flowers
Bloom period
June-July
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Lily ‘Summer Scarlet®’: daylilies, perennial geraniums, coneflowers. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and similar moisture; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around the 'Summer Scarlet®' lily, especially avoid neighboring plants 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 ‘Summer Scarlet®’?
Expect sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Lilies replenish their bulbs through their leaves after flowering; avoid cutting green stems to the ground.
Where should 'Summer Scarlet®' be planted?
Expect a height of around 50 cm and a width of 45 cm 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 plantings.
When does Lily 'Summer Scarlet®' bloom?
The period indicated is June-July. The flower palette is red. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and when the plant was installed.
How to water and care for Lily 'Summer Scarlet®'?
Support the establishment of Lis 'Summer Scarlet®' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Monitor for lily beetles on leaves and buds, and only remove stems when they are dry.
Can 'Summer Scarlet®' Lily be grown in a pot?
To try Lis ‘Summer Scarlet®’ in a pot, choose a stable container 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 you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Wildlife and pets
Life,around your plants.
Reported toxicity
Yes
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