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Tiger Lily 'Orange Tiger'

Lilium lancifolium

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Orange Tiger is part of the Lilium genus and is a Tiger Lily variety. Its scientific name is Lilium lancifolium 'Orange Tiger'. Orange Tiger grows as a Perennial and is a Flower. Being a Perennial, it tends to grow best over several years (approx 3 years and greater). Normally grows to a mature height of 70.0 cm (2.27 feet). Expect blooming to occur in mid summer.

Orange Tiger Tiger Lily is great for inexperienced gardeners and those that like low maintainance gardens.

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Tiger Lily 'Orange Tiger' have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Tiger Lily 'Orange Tiger'

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Medium

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Orange Tiger is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 2 - 7 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant. Orange Tiger requires a soil ph of 4.5 - 7.0 meaning it does best in moderately acidic soil - neutral soil.

Growing Orange Tiger from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 5.85 inches (15.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 7.8 inches (20.0 cm).

Transplanting Orange Tiger

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Orange Tiger is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Orange Tiger

Tiger Lily 'Orange Tiger' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that Orange Tiger exhibits. Perennial Category The category for the Orange Tiger plant. Flower
Hardiness Is Orange Tiger frost hardy? Hardy
Bloom Time When does Orange Tiger bloom? Mid Summer
Mature Height How tall does Orange Tiger grow? 70.0 cm / 2.27 feet Mature Spread How wide does Orange Tiger grow? 12.0 cm / 4.68 inches
USDA Zone Range What zones does Orange Tiger grow best in? Zone 2 - Zone 7 pH Range The level of acidity for Orange Tiger. 4.5 - 7.0
Sun How much sunlight does Orange Tiger need to grow? Full Sun
Water Requirements How much water does Orange Tiger require? Medium
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Orange Tiger need in order to germinate? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki! Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Orange Tiger in? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki!
Sowing Depth How deep to plant Orange Tiger? 20.0 cm / 7.8 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow Orange Tiger 15.0 cm / 5.85 inches

How long does Orange Tiger take to grow?

These estimates for how long Tiger Lily 'Orange Tiger' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Orange Tiger to germinate? 35 days Average 35 days | Min 8128 days | Max 8506 days (2)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Orange Tiger? + days Average days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Maturity How long until Orange Tiger is ready for harvest / bloom? + 700 days Average 700 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Orange Tiger? = days

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