Lilium Captain Tricolor - Lily
Lilium Captain Tricolor - Lily
Lilium Captain Tricolor - Lily
Lilium Captain Tricolor
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Description
The Oriental Lily 'Captain Tricolor' is a tricolour variety belonging to the group of oriental lilies. It offers large single flowers with slightly undulate white petals, marked with pinkish-purple edges and lemon yellow central bands. Nicely contrasted, they are also enhanced by rust-coloured anthers. This oriental lily is also nicely scented and reliably flowers in very well-drained and lime-free soil in a border, in a pot, or even in a large rockery.
The genus Lilium belongs to the family Liliaceae, its representatives are bulbous plants whose deciduous vegetation disappears in winter. In spring, leafy stems emerge from the ground, rising up to form a narrow and very upright clump. 'Captain Tricolor' is a horticultural hybrid obtained by cross-breeding various species originating from the Far East. This plant reaches approximately 1m to 1.20m in height when in flower, and the clump spreads indefinitely over time, with bulbs producing bulblets through vegetative propagation. In August, flower umbels appear, facing outwards, generously displayed. They are trumpet-shaped, very wide, measure up to 20cm in diameter, and are very pleasantly scented. These imposing corollas are golden yellow and white. The stamens bear brown pollen when ripe, complementing the harmony of colours. The stems are sturdy, covered in
Oriental lilies require specific conditions to thrive, slightly more demanding than those of Asian lilies. They prefer a humus-rich, well-drained, non-calcareous soil, as excess winter moisture can harm the bulbs. In acidic soil, their colours become more intense. Partial shade, especially in the afternoon, helps to prolong flowering and preserve the flowers' brightness. For an elegant border, Lilium 'Captain Tricolor' pairs well with yellow or white lilies, gladioli or daylilies. Grasses and perennials around the lily help shade the ground and stabilize the stems against the elements. Oriental lilies also thrive at the edge of a woodland, surrounded by small bushes like rhododendrons or azaleas, and are perfect for creating beautiful bouquets.
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Lilium
Captain Tricolor
Liliaceae
Lily
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Planting and care
The lily 'Captain Tricolor' does not appreciate chalky, poorly drained, and heavy soils. You will plant it in full sun, with the base in the shade, preferably in spring, burying the bulbs 15 cm deep in a pocket of soil mixed with leaf compost. Surround them with a pocket of sand to prevent rot and slug attacks, while allowing them to grow more easily. Mark the planting location, as growth only starts in April. When the stems reach 30 cm high, discreetly stake them. Some afternoon shade in summer is appreciated to maintain colour intensity.
If red insects appear, treat them promptly; they are lily beetles whose larvae can devour all the leaves. The most effective method is to catch them by hand; be careful, they drop as soon as touched, so place a box underneath. Otherwise, treat regularly with permethrin.
After flowering, it is useful to cut the faded flowers halfway down so that the border remains beautiful during the summer.
Tip for planting lilies in compact soil: The scaly bulbs of tall lilies fear clayey soils that suffocate them and cause rot. In Eastern Europe, the following technique is used to help these bulbs survive the winter. Plant them on 'benches' built above ground level. These benches consist of a first layer of gravel, on which tightly packed branches are placed. Cover everything with a thick layer of compost 20 to 30 cm deep. Plant the bulbs in the compost, on which a few ground cover plants can also be grown.
On the terrace, you can create sumptuous containers with lilies. Choose a fairly large and deep container (at least 16 cm in diameter for 1 bulb). Fill it with a mixture of leaf compost and sand. Plant the lilies in groups of 3 to 5 bulbs, 10-15 cm apart, then water abundantly. Place the pots in a cool room, or outside once the frost has passed. The ambient temperature should be around 12°C. When the shoots appear, place the pot in a bright veranda or room, at a temperature of around 18°C. Apply liquid fertiliser twice a month until the flower buds appear.
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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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