Asiatic Lily 'Centerfold'

Lilium

Family
Liliaceae (lil-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Lilium (LIL-ee-um)
Synonym
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Time
Foliage
Maroon/Burgundy
White/Near White
Cream/Tan
Sun Exposure
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Class
Trumpet
Bloom Time
(b) Out-facing
Bloom Color
Spotted
Brushmarks
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Propagation Methods
Textured
Seed Collecting
Soil pH requirements
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
By dividing the bulb's scales
From bulbils
Patent Information
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Seed Collecting
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Colors
Growing Habit
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
Disease Resistance
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Growth Habit
Days to Maturity
1 - Asiatic hybrids
Awards (if applicable)
3" to 6" (76 mm to 150 mm)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Blue-Green
Rootstock Vigor
Flowers are good for cutting
Flowers are fragrant
Disease Resistance
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Fruit Usage
Classification
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Kenai, Alaska

Clifton, Colorado

Jacksonville, Florida

Hampton, Illinois

Durham, Maine

South China, Maine

Bay City, Michigan

South Plainfield, New Jersey

Southold, New York

Elizabeth City, North Carolina

Raleigh, North Carolina

Coshocton, Ohio

Butler, Pennsylvania

Florence, South Carolina

Hixson, Tennessee

Kalama, Washington

Vancouver, Washington

Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
2
neutrals
1
negative
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WEST WARREN, MA | March 2012 | positive

This plant seems to be very hardy; this is my first time attempting to grow such a plant. Mine have yet to bloom, but considering that I'...Read More

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West Chazy, NY (Zone 4b) | July 2009 | positive

This lily is doing well in my garden in zone 5a, multiplying well. It is a yellowish white with dark markings.

V
(Zone 8a) | March 2009 | neutral

My Centerfolds struggled thru their first year and did not return. Did I not take good enough care of them? Were they poor quality bulb...Read More

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Kenai, AK | August 2006 | negative

Although the lily will grow here it is not a sturdy lily and certainly not a show stopper. It will die out in an extremely harsh winter.

K
Waxhaw (Charlotte), NC (Zone 7b) | July 2005 | neutral

Interesting markings on this otherwise uninteresting lily.

G
Hampton, IL (Zone 5a) | June 2005 | positive

I love the markings on this lily. The colors contrast very well and have a beautiful stance in the garden.

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