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Roselily 'Isabella' Roselilies
Lily Bulbs for sale
| Latin name | Lilium | |
| Genus | Lilium Oriental | |
| Colours | Pink | |
| Aspect | Full Sun or Partial Sun/Shade | |
| Height | 70-100cm / 28-39" | |
| Planting period | Spring | |
| Flowering period | July/August | |
| Soil Type | Garden: Acidic/Ericaceous | Pots: John Innes No.3 | |
| Bulb Size | 16/18cm | |
| Hardiness | Very Hardy - H6 (-20°C to -15°C) | |
| Delivery time | Spring delivery (Feb to June 2021) | |
| Also suitable for containers | Yes | |
| Scented | Yes - Pollen free | |
| Double flowered | Yes | |
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Description of Roselily 'Isabella' Roselilies |
Planting and growing instructions: Roselily 'Isabella' | Double Oriental Lilies | Lily Bulbs | Gold Medal winning Harts Nursery
How to plant Oriental Lilies
- Oriental Lily Bulbs should be planted as soon as possible. Ideally in the Spring but can be planted up until the Autumn.
- Find a location with full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
- Oriental Lilies tend to grow exceptionally well in pots and tubs.
- Plant the bulbs with 4-6" of soil above them.
Planting Lilies in the Garden
- Find a location with full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
- Oriental Lilies prefer an Acidic/Ericaceous Soil type. They do not tolerate Lime very well.
- Arrange the Lilies in an odd-number grouping.
- Arrange the Lilies in an odd-number grouping.
- Plant the bulbs about 12-20cm (5-8") apart. Space the groupings at least 60-90cm (2-3ft) apart.
- Plant the bulbs with 4-6" of soil above them.
Planting Lilies in Pots
- Find a location with full sun or partial shade with well-drained soil.
- Plant 3 bulbs in a 10-14" 'patio type' pot using good-quality, multi-purpose compost.
- John Innes No. 3 is ideal for lilies.
- Plant the bulbs with 4-6" of soil above them.
- Ensure there is adequate drainage.
Plant care: Roselily 'Isabella' | Double Oriental Lilies | Lily Bulbs | Gold Medal winning Harts Nursery
- 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 days full sunshine, if its 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.
- After a few years of flowering, you may find the Oriental produces less blooms, it may be time to lift your bulbs and divide them by breaking off the bulblets. All the bulbs will then need replanting.
- To prevent Lily Beetles from damaging your lilies, we recommend using the Lily Beetle Prevention Spray or making up your own and using the Concentrate. 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.
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What do I do to get the flowers on my lilies as big the following years.:
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I have Isobella from last year but the flowers are half the size. I feed with tomato feed. This year I have Lorena, Eremo and a few more, I would like to have big flowers next year like this year. What do I do? Your lilies are so beautiful. I have more on order for next year. Thanks, Kind regards, Pat
Hi there,
You need to ensure your lily bulbs are planted in the correct soil for each variety. So Lorena and Isabella like an ericaceous soil as they are Oriental Lilies and Eremo will prefer an Alkaline soil as they are an Asiatic Lily. I would advise mixing in some John Innes No.3 with a good multi-purpose compost for best results. Also, when feeding with a tomato feed, are you using 1/4 strength?
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Will lily bulbs grow on a north facing balcony?:
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Will lily bulbs grow on a north facing balcony? I am interrested in the Roselilies.
As long as they get some Sunshine through out the day - at least a few hours and they are planted in a well-drained soil, then they will be absolutely fine.
Roselilies are a gorgeous variety. They have no stamen but they still have a lovely fragrance.
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Planting Roselily Isabella bulbs:
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Lovely to see you at Chelsea 2019! Bought Isabella rose Lily x5. Question is can I plant all 5 in a 10-14 inch pot please? The pot doesn't taper so is quite 'roomy'. Look forward to shopping with you in the future.
Yes - that that's absolutely fine to plant your 5 x Roselily Isabella lilies in a 10-14inch. The more space the better.
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Roselily Isabella:
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Hi! Firstly I would like to tell you that I bought you lily bulbs of Roselily Isabella in May at Chelsea Flower Show. First flowers are arriving ! . Very Nice ans smelling very good all around. I would like to have others from your nursery. Is it possible for you to send in France ? And for me to pay with my euros card ? Quickly before Brexit !! Best regards
Hi Oliver
Thank you for your email. Currently we are still sending to France. You can order online and our lilies are dispatched in Feb 2020.
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