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Description
Lilium Muscadet, also known as the Pink and White Lily, is a unique and beautiful lily that blooms in mid-summer. It has large, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers with white petals that are brushed with a delicate pink hue. The flowers grow on tall, sturdy stems that can reach up to 4 feet in height. This lily is a hybrid between Lilium regale and Lilium longiflorum, and it was first introduced in 1933.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Lilium |
Appearance
Lilium Muscadet is a tall, stately plant with large, trumpet-shaped flowers. The flowers have six petals that are arranged in a star shape, and they are white with a delicate pink blush. The flowers can grow up to 8 inches in diameter, making them quite impressive. The leaves of the plant are long and narrow, and they grow in whorls around the stem. The stem itself is sturdy and can reach up to 4 feet in height.
Care Guide
To care for Lilium Muscadet, it is important to provide it with plenty of water, fertilizer, and sunlight. The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter, and it should be planted in a location that receives full sun or partial shade. It is also important to mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.Water: Water Lilium Muscadet regularly, especially during periods of drought. The plant prefers moist soil, but it should not be allowed to sit in standing water.Fertilization: Fertilize the plant in the spring and fall with a balanced fertilizer. Be sure to follow the instructions on the fertilizer package to avoid over-fertilizing.Soil: Lilium Muscadet prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. If the soil is too heavy, add sand or perlite to improve drainage.Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun or partial shade. If planted in full sun, be sure to provide some shade during the hottest part of the day.Hardiness Zones: Lilium Muscadet is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Lilium Muscadet is susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, including aphids, mites, and fungal diseases like botrytis and powdery mildew. To prevent these problems, it is important to keep the plant healthy and well-maintained. Remove any dead or diseased plant material, and avoid over-watering the plant. If pest or disease problems do occur, treat them promptly with an appropriate insecticide or fungicide.
Habitat
Lilium Muscadet is native to China and Japan, but it is now grown all over the world as an ornamental plant. It prefers well-draining soil and a location that receives full sun or partial shade. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Lilium Muscadet?
A: Water Lilium Muscadet regularly, especially during periods of drought. The plant prefers moist soil, but it should not be allowed to sit in standing water.
Q: What is the ideal location for Lilium Muscadet?
A: Lilium Muscadet prefers a location that receives full sun or partial shade. If planted in full sun, be sure to provide some shade during the hottest part of the day.
Q: What are the common pests and diseases that affect Lilium Muscadet?
A: Lilium Muscadet is susceptible to aphids, mites, and fungal diseases like botrytis and powdery mildew.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Lilium Muscadet?
A: Lilium Muscadet is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Related Plants
- Lilium regale
- Lilium longiflorum
- Lilium candidum
- Lilium speciosum
References
- Missouri Botanical Garden: Lilium Muscadet
- Garden Design Magazine: How to Grow Lilies
- Royal Horticultural Society: Lilium Muscadet
