Species St. Bernard's lily
Green stems with white flowers, green leaves together with yellow-green buds and yellow stamen.

St. Bernard's lily

Anthericum liliago

St. Bernard's lily (Anthericum liliago) is a stunning plant species that exhibits vibrant colors, captivating textures and intriguing form. Its stunning petals range from pink to white and are speckled with a mesh of dots and hairs that draw in the eye. Its long, sprightly leaves add to the visual interest and provide a soothing, inviting atmosphere. It blooms in the late spring and stands out in a garden due to its eye-catching colors, exquisite form, and fast-spreading beauty. This ornamental plant makes a beautiful addition to any landscape.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Offsets,Bulbils,Cormlet Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

St. Bernard's Lily requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the hot summer months. During the spring and summer, water the plant every 1-2 weeks, allowing the top 2 inches of soil to dry out before watering again. In the winter, water should be decreased to once a month or less. In addition to regular watering, the plant provides best growth in a warm and humid environment.

sunlight

St. Bernard's lily requires full sun or partial sun for optimal growth. It should be planted in an area that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. This plant species grows best in areas with USDA hardiness zones 8 to 10. In cooler zones, it should be planted in a sheltered spot where it will receive protection from cold weather. During the hottest part of the summer, the lily may benefit from afternoon shade or filtered light to protect it from too much heat.

pruning

Prune St. Bernard's lily (Anthericum liliago) in late winter before new growth emerges. Cut the stems down to the base of the plant to promote dense, bushy growth. Remove any damaged, unhealthy, or weak leaves and stems as well. Prune lightly, removing no more than 1 third of the plant, as this will keep the plant vigorous and productive.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Starts Flowering

St. Bernard's lily typically starts flowering in June.

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