Lilium philadelphicum is a 9-species/perennial in the Liliaceae family. Its native range in Canada and the U.S. in the Appalachian and Rocky Mountains as well as the Great Lakes area. Common names are Western Red Lily, Philadelphia Lily, Prairie Lily, and Wood Lily. It is listed as an endangered species in several States and is protected in Canada in Saskatchewan. The bulbs of this lily were eaten by some Native Americans. It can grow to 3 feet tall and a foot wide. The leaves are alternate and narrow that taper to a point. It is in bloom from June to August. The flowers are red-orange with the bottom-middle being yellow with speckled brown spots. It prefers to grow in full sun with little water needs once established. Zones 4-7
Germination
Keep lily seeds frozen in a tightly sealed plastic bag until you are ready to sow. Sow seeds 1/2' deep into the soil and keep moist in a sunny location. Germination occurs in 3-4 weeks. You will have strong plants with mature stems in 3 years.
