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Lilium Candidum (Madonna Lily)
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Meet the Madonna Lily, a radiant beauty that graces our gardens with its pristine, white satin blooms held high on majestic stems during the early summer. This award-winning variety of Lilium candidum, honoured with a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS, is an unbeatable choice for adding classic charm, stature, and a delightful fragrance to your garden. Whether your style leans toward a cozy cottage or a sleek contemporary garden, this Lily fits right in! Just make sure you protect this statuesque stunner from strong winds and plant it in a sunny spot. Remember, plant the bulbs just beneath your soil's surface. Wait until June, when the glowing chalice-like flowers unfurl in the early summer sunlight, adding an elegant height to your large border. You're sure to fall in love with the Madonna Lily's enchanting allure!
 
PLEASE NOTE - THIS LILY IS DISPATCHED IN THE AUTUMN.
Lilium 'Candidum' has been awarded with RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

 
  • Lilium Candidum Bulbs should be planted as soon as possible. Ideally in the Autumn for Summer Flowering.
  • Find a location with full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
  • Lilium Candidum (the Madonna lily) prefer an Alkaline-Neutral soil.
  • Arrange the Lilies in an odd-number grouping.
  • Plant the Lilium Candidum bulbs with the tops of them level with the soil or just 1" deep. This is the only lily that needs to be planted quite shallow. 
  • If planting in the garden, plant the bulbs about 8" apart. Space the groupings at least 3 feet apart.
  • If planting in pots, plant 3 bulbs in a 14" 'patio type' pot using good-quality, multi-purpose compost.
  • Lilies tend to grow exceptionally well in pots and tubs.

 

Description

Meet the Madonna Lily, a radiant beauty that graces our gardens with its pristine, white satin blooms held high on majestic stems during the early summer. This award-winning variety of Lilium candidum, honoured with a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS, is an unbeatable choice for adding classic charm, stature, and a delightful fragrance to your garden. Whether your style leans toward a cozy cottage or a sleek contemporary garden, this Lily fits right in! Just make sure you protect this statuesque stunner from strong winds and plant it in a sunny spot. Remember, plant the bulbs just beneath your soil's surface. Wait until June, when the glowing chalice-like flowers unfurl in the early summer sunlight, adding an elegant height to your large border. You're sure to fall in love with the Madonna Lily's enchanting allure!
 
PLEASE NOTE - THIS LILY IS DISPATCHED IN THE AUTUMN.
Lilium 'Candidum' has been awarded with RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

 

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Delivery / Returns

Spring Flowering Bulbs are delivered in the Autumn

Delivery and P&P

Spring Flowering Bulbs are dispatched from September to November.
All orders should be dispatched within 3-5 working days during this time. (Unless otherwise stated on the Shipping est.)
Postage cost to mainland UK (excluding N.Ireland, Highlands and Isles) is £4.99.
All out of area postcodes are charged at £9.50.
Orders over £60 qualify for FREE delivery to mainland UK (excluding N.Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey, Highlands and Isles).
Unfortunately, we are not currently delivering to the EU. See Delivery page.
When your order is due for dispatch, you will receive a tracking email from us to track your parcel.
Your parcel will be sent on a 48 hour tracked service with Yodel.

Returns and Refunds

You have the right to cancel your order at any time before it is dispatched.
All returns must be returned at your cost within 7 days of receipt.
Payment for the returned goods will be refunded within 7 days of the goods being received by us, less the postage charges. 



Planting & Growing Instructions

  • Lilium Candidum Bulbs should be planted as soon as possible. Ideally in the Autumn for Summer Flowering.
  • Find a location with full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
  • Lilium Candidum (the Madonna lily) prefer an Alkaline-Neutral soil.
  • Arrange the Lilies in an odd-number grouping.
  • Plant the Lilium Candidum bulbs with the tops of them level with the soil or just 1" deep. This is the only lily that needs to be planted quite shallow. 
  • If planting in the garden, plant the bulbs about 8" apart. Space the groupings at least 3 feet apart.
  • If planting in pots, plant 3 bulbs in a 14" 'patio type' pot using good-quality, multi-purpose compost.
  • Lilies tend to grow exceptionally well in pots and tubs.

 

Care Instructions

  • Lilies can tolerate very cold conditions but they do not like to get wet.
  • If planting in borders in the garden, the soil must be well drained and, preferably, humus rich.
  • If planting in pots, make sure lilies are kept moist but do not get waterlogged.
  • Lilies prefer to be planted in a location with at least half a day’s full sunshine, if it’s a bit too shady they will lean their stems towards the sun.
  • Lily bulbs do not like to be dried out so they must be kept in soil at all times.
  • Try to plant your lilies where they will dry out after rain to prevent Botrytis, a fungus that spots the leaves. If you do see brown spots on your leaves, spray with a fungicide recommended for roses.
    If planting in pots, it may be an idea to tilt the pots on their side in the winter to prevent waterlog.
  • When the Lily has finished flowering, cut any seed heads back and allow the foliage to die back naturally. Do not be tempted to cut the stem back until stems becomes hollow and brown.
  • To prevent Lily Beetles from damaging your lilies, we recommend using the Lily Beetle Prevention Spray. This Spray (Grazers G4) will also stimulate growth of your lilies.
  • You can feed your lilies with a Tomato Feed to stimulate and strengthen your lilies when you start to see signs of growth. Make up your tomato feed with half the recommended dilution (written on the instructions on the bottle) and feed once every 3 weeks.
£13.00

Lilium Candidum (Madonna Lily)

Madonna Lily
  • 3 Bulbs £13.00
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Flowering Period: July/August

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Specification
Latin name: Lilium
Also known as: Madonna Lily
RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM): Yes
Planting period: Autumn
Height: 100-150cm / 39-59"
Border position: Middle/Back
Aspect: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Soil type: Loam, Sandy, Clay, Multipurpose Compost
Soil acidity: Any
Bulb size: 16/18cm
Hardiness: Hardy - H6 (-15°C to -20°C)
Suitable for containers: Yes
Scented: Yes
Pollinator: No
Shipping est: Pre-order for delivery in Autumn 2026
Toxicity: Toxic to cats and dogs
Delivery period: Autumn delivery (Oct to Dec 2026)
SKU SKU176461
  • Description
    Meet the Madonna Lily, a radiant beauty that graces our gardens with its pristine, white satin blooms held high on majestic stems during the early summer. This award-winning variety of Lilium candidum, honoured with a prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the RHS, is an unbeatable choice for adding classic charm, stature, and a delightful fragrance to your garden. Whether your style leans toward a cozy cottage or a sleek contemporary garden, this Lily fits right in! Just make sure you protect this statuesque stunner from strong winds and plant it in a sunny spot. Remember, plant the bulbs just beneath your soil's surface. Wait until June, when the glowing chalice-like flowers unfurl in the early summer sunlight, adding an elegant height to your large border. You're sure to fall in love with the Madonna Lily's enchanting allure!
     
    PLEASE NOTE - THIS LILY IS DISPATCHED IN THE AUTUMN.
    Lilium 'Candidum' has been awarded with RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

     
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  • Planting & Growing Instructions
    • Lilium Candidum Bulbs should be planted as soon as possible. Ideally in the Autumn for Summer Flowering.
    • Find a location with full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
    • Lilium Candidum (the Madonna lily) prefer an Alkaline-Neutral soil.
    • Arrange the Lilies in an odd-number grouping.
    • Plant the Lilium Candidum bulbs with the tops of them level with the soil or just 1" deep. This is the only lily that needs to be planted quite shallow. 
    • If planting in the garden, plant the bulbs about 8" apart. Space the groupings at least 3 feet apart.
    • If planting in pots, plant 3 bulbs in a 14" 'patio type' pot using good-quality, multi-purpose compost.
    • Lilies tend to grow exceptionally well in pots and tubs.

     

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