Tiger Lily-Orange, (4 Bulbs) Splendens

Tiger Lily-Orange, (4 Bulbs) Splendens, boasts striking orange blooms with black speckles, reminiscent of the tiger's iconic stripes. This plant, known for its award-winning status, produces plentiful 5" flowers that droop gracefully and feature curved petals. A stunning addition to any border.

The true Tiger Lilies: Don't make a common mistake, and call just any old spotted orange lily a 'Tiger Lily.' Only one group is descended from the real thing. Like most Asian species lilies, this old reliable was a staple in the Oriental diet for centuries. The bulbs were--and are--cooked for foods and soups. But it's not the taste that made this lily bulb world famous. It's the beautiful flowers and the ease of growing them.
Tiger Lily thrives in well-drained soil, making it a perfect perennial even in cold climates across America. One unique feature of this lily is the presence of black 'bulbils' that grow along the stem in the leaf axils. These bulbs naturally drop to the ground and grow into baby tiger lilies the following year, resulting in a steadily growing clump over time.

This is the perfect no-maintenance lily to add to your flower border or particularly, your wildflower meadow. A few towering lilies over a wild meadow in full bloom is a wonderful mid-summer sight.