Lily 'Apricot Fudge'

‘Apricot Fudge’ Lily (Lilium) surprises with its apricot flowers and constricted petals, which give the corollas a different look from widely open lilies. This form is particularly well showcased near a pathway or in a planting that you admire up close. You can echo its warm tones in nearby flowers, while maintaining a green foliage background. Such a composition allows the flower design to provide interest, without multiplying elements around the stems. The packet contains 1 bulb; the indicated height is approximately 120 cm (47 in).

Install this lily in sun or partial shade, in loose soil that drains well. Plant the bulb with its base down and its tip up, at a depth appropriate for its packaging. Prepare a planting site wide enough for the roots to find loosened soil around them. If the site is exposed to wind, provide support before the stems grow tall, to avoid damaging the bulb later. After planting, water to bring the soil into contact with the roots, then adjust watering based on the actual soil moisture.

After flowering, remove faded flowers but keep the leaves green. They allow the bulb to replenish its reserves before the plant rests. Wait for the foliage to naturally yellow before cutting the dry stems. In a container, pay particular attention to drying out and avoid water remaining in the saucer. For your bouquets, keep enough foliage on the plant in the garden and use a stable vase. Lilies are ornamental plants, non-edible, and very toxic to cats: keep bulbs, plants, cut flowers, and vase water out of their reach.