Lilium Leslie Woodriff - Oriental Lily
Lilium Leslie Woodriff - Oriental Lily
Lilium Leslie Woodriff - Oriental Lily
Lilium Leslie Woodriff - Oriental Lily
Lilium x orientale Leslie Woodriff
Oriental Lily
Thanks to the individuals (Julie for order preparation and ? from the shipping department), the received bulbs appear to be healthy. Now that they have been planted, I am patiently waiting for them to take root... or not?
Thierry, 02/02/2023
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Description
The Leslie Woodriff lily is an old and spectacular American variety which is still as popular as ever. It is one of the first hybrids obtained from crossing the oriental lily and the trumpet lily. The result of this cross-breeding is a very tall, floriferous plant, with immense, remarkably colourful and fragrant flowers. The flowers of 'Leslie Woodriff' are freshly multicoloured in deep cherry pink, white and yellow with a touch of green. In the summer of planting, the bulb will establish a good root system and produce around 5 flowers. But once mature, each bulb will produce a stem carrying up to 20 flowers.
Lilies belong to the Liliaceae family. There is a classification of horticultural lilies that includes 9 divisions, 'Leslie Woodriff' is classified in the Oriental x Trumpet hybrids group, called Orienpet. Hybridisers use the vigour and fragrance of lilies from the Trumpet group combined with the long stems and large flowers of the Orientals. Lilies in this category bloom in summer, between late June and September depending on the climate and the variety. The Leslie Woodriff lily forms a floral stem that is on average 1.70 m (6ft) tall, with mature plants reaching up to 2 m (7ft) in optimal conditions. At the top of the stem, flowers 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12in) in diameter fully open, slightly leaning towards the ground with slightly recurved petals. Each petal has a green basal spot bordered by yellow, a large cherry red area speckled with very dark red, and a border transitioning from pale yellow to white. In the centre, the long stamens are green and carry rust-coloured pollen. The deciduous vegetation disappears in winter and emerges from the ground in spring.
This is a very hardy plant that prefers humus-rich soil, the Leslie Woodriff lily is fairly tolerant, but it does not like excessively chalky, too dry or too heavy soils. You can plant your lilies in perennial and low shrub beds, as they appreciate shade at the base and the other plants will help prevent the stems from bending in the wind. The giant lily is ideal against a wall, for example with hollyhocks or tall delphiniums. It is also a beautiful companion for hydrangeas, roses, and hardy fuchsias. And its flowers are stunning in bouquets.
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Lilium
x orientale
Leslie Woodriff
Liliaceae
Oriental Lily
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Lilium Leslie Woodriff prefers humus-rich soil or compost. It does not tolerate soils that are too dry, heavy, or chalky. Good drainage is important, as it does not like waterlogged soils. You should plant it in full sun or partial shade, preferably in spring or October, burying the bulbs 15 cm (6in) deep in a mixture of soil and leaf compost. Surround them with a layer of sand to prevent rot and slug attacks, while allowing them to grow more easily. Mark the planting location, as the vegetation only starts in April. When the stems reach 30 cm (12in) tall, discreetly stake them.
If red lily beetles appear, treat them immediately as their larvae can devour all the leaves. The most effective method is to catch them manually but be careful as they drop as soon as they are touched. After flowering, it is a good idea to cut the faded flowers halfway to keep the bed beautiful during summer.
Your lilies will be available at the beginning of October. Plant them as soon as you receive them. This hybrid lily is also suitable for container gardening. Plant 1 to 5 bulbs in a deep pot. Water lightly and place your pots in a frost-free area. Bring them out in spring and enjoy their beauty on your terrace!
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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