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Lilium African Queen - oranje lelie - Fluwel
Lilium African Queen - oranje lelie - Fluwel
Lilium African Queen - oranje lelie - Fluwel
Lilium African Queen - oranje lelie - Fluwel
Lilium African Queen - oranje lelie - Fluwel

Bulb information

Bulb size
22 cm
Light requirement
Sun, Half shade
Planttime
Winter, Spring
Plant height
100+ cm
Planting depth
15 - 20 cm
Color
Orange
Plant cutting
Yes
Fragrant
Yes

Lilium African Queen

5 bulbs per bag

€11.75
Order from December 2026
Will be delivered from 01-02-2027

Largest bulb size
Always true to variety
Lowest price per bulb
"An Oldie, African Queen is around since 1958. When she was introduced she turned out to be a true revelation in the world of garden lilies. Mr Jaan de Graaf from Oregon America bred Lilium henryi with some other species lilies from the far east and some the seedlings he raised turned around the whole lily spectrum. African Queen is one of those seedlings but also Golden Splendor belongs to these crosses. The next text from these times show how the gardening world spoke of these lilies: This new type of lilies is extraordinary, healthy, hardly suffer from diseases, are fully hardy and grow well in any type of soil, Fool proof lilies. In another book you can find the words: Robust, not picky when it comes to soil or climate and an endless range of colours and flower shapes. Till the day of today these words are still accurate."
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Bulb information

Bulb size
22 cm
Light requirement
Sun, Half shade
Planttime
Winter, Spring
Plant height
100+ cm
Planting depth
15 - 20 cm
Color
Orange
Plant cutting
Yes
Fragrant
Yes

Flowerperiod

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Planting and caring for lily bulbs

Plant lily bulbs in autumn or spring in a sunny or lightly shaded position with fertile, well-drained soil. Place the bulbs with the pointed end facing upwards at a depth of approximately two to three times the height of the bulb. Depending on the variety, leave around 20 to 30 cm between the bulbs. For a natural effect, plant them in small groups.

Keep the soil evenly moist during the growing season, especially in the first year, but avoid leaving the bulbs in wet soil for prolonged periods. Allow the foliage to yellow naturally after flowering so the bulbs can store energy for the following year.

Read our complete guide to when and how to plant and care for lily bulbs.

You can order lily bulbs from us from the beginning of the year. Lilies do not like to remain out of the soil for long, so we ship them earlier than many other summer-flowering bulbs and tubers.

Yes. Lilies are perennial and can remain in the garden for many years. They are winter hardy, provided they are not exposed to persistently unsuitable conditions.

Yes. Several lilies in our range are suitable for growing in pots. Check the product information for the individual variety to see whether it is recommended for containers.

Height varies considerably between varieties. In our range, you will find more compact lilies of around 60–80 cm as well as varieties that grow taller than 100 cm.

Lilies are summer-flowering plants. The exact flowering period varies by variety, so we recommend checking the information for the individual lily you choose.

Yes. Many lilies in our range are very suitable as cut flowers. The product information for each variety indicates whether it is recommended for cutting.