Lilium martagon var. albiflorum
Lilium martagon var. albiflorum
Lilium martagon var. albiflorum var. albiflorum
White Martagon Lily, White Turk's Cap Lily
Received well. Planted upon receipt. But nothing is happening. Perhaps it's a bit late as in the woods they are already withered. It will probably be for next year!
Elisabeth, 24/06/2022
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Description
The white-flowered martagon lily is a spontaneous variety of Lilium martagon, highly sought after by enthusiasts of unusual plants. It is a protected plant in its natural habitat. It has delicate, curious, turban-shaped flowers with white petals speckled with deep pink, and dark ochre anthers. It is a wild and refined plant, native to the European mountains. Its flowers have a particular fragrance and appear on tall stems in long clusters. It is a great addition to wild gardens or large flowerbeds. It does not mind limestone, it is hardy and resistant.
Lilium martagon var. albiflorum belongs to the Liliaceae family. It is a rare plant, with a fairly restricted distribution area in former Yugoslavia. It is a bulbous and deciduous perennial plant. This species will reach a height of 1.50 m (5ft) when in bloom, with a spread of 45 cm (18in). Flowering takes place from June to August, depending on the climate. Numerous flowers bloom along the stems, releasing a sweetish scent in the evening. Curved petals with long, dark ochre stamens emerge. These astonishing lanterns are visited at night by butterflies such as the Hummingbird Hawk-Moth (macroglossum stellatarum), which hovers in front of the flower, like hummingbirds do. The foliage is light green, with spatulate leaves.
This lily establishes itself slightly more slowly than Asiatic, trumpet, or Oriental lilies. It may take an additional season before flowering, and planting conditions must be correct. Martagon lilies sulk when moved and need time to settle. You can grow these lilies with non-invasive perennial plants as they like having their feet in the shade, and the perennials will help prevent the stems from bending in the wind. This lily is ideal for borders, moist rockeries, and of course, bouquets. As a quintessential botanical lily, it is one of those exceptional plants that every collector likes to have in their garden, but it is strictly prohibited to pick it in the wild. It has given rise to a lineage of equally remarkable hybrids.
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Lilium
martagon var. albiflorum
var. albiflorum
Liliaceae
White Martagon Lily, White Turk's Cap Lily
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
The white-flowered variant of the martagon lily (Lilium martagon var.albiflorum) establishes itself slightly more slowly than Asiatic, trumpet, or Oriental lilies. It requires very good drainage, rocky soil will be perfect. In a substrate that is too wet during their dormancy period, the bulbs rot. It is strongly advised not to add multi-purpose compost or leaf mold to the martagon lily or any of its hybrids when planting, but the addition of well-rotted compost or leaf mold on the surface in autumn is ok. You should plant it in full sun or partial shade, preferably in spring, with the bulbs 15 cm (6in) deep in a mixture of soil, leaf mold, and gravel. Surround them with a sand layer that will protect them from rot and slug attacks while allowing them to grow more easily. Mark the planting location, as vegetation only starts in April. If red lily beetles appear, treat them immediately, as their larvae can devour all the leaves. The most effective method is to catch them by hand, but be careful as they drop as soon as they are touched. After flowering, it is a good idea to cut the faded flowers halfway to keep the bed beautiful during summer.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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