Lilium Red Highland Asiatic Lily
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, pollinator-friendly cut flowers.
Brighten your garden with the Lilium Red Highland Asiatic Lily, a stunning perennial that offers huge, fiery red, star-like blooms from spring to early summer. These lilies grow with an upright habit and naturalize easily, returning year after year. Their large flowers are excellent for attracting bees and butterflies, and also make stunning cut flowers for bouquets. They thrive in full sun with shaded roots and are winter hardy down to Zone 3, making them a versatile addition to borders, beds, or containers.
$31.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
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Category Rank
1570
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#1570 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
+35%
Above average
Genus
Lilium
/ Lilium
Who it's for
- Flower enthusiasts who enjoy creating fresh indoor arrangements
- Gardeners seeking a bold, high-impact summer focal point
- Novice gardeners wanting reliable, low-maintenance floral beauty
Who should skip it
- Fragrance lovers hoping for a scented garden experience
- Busy gardeners unable to monitor for common lily pests
- Cat owners needing to maintain a pet-safe home environment
Performance breakdown
Winter Hardiness
Exceptional cold tolerance ensures reliable blooms even in harsh northern climates.
Pollinator Impact
Vibrant red petals act as a magnet for local bees and butterflies.
Naturalization Potential
Bulbs establish quickly and return with increased vigor every single year.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems and striking color make these ideal for fresh bouquets.
Pest Resistance
Natural deterrents keep deer and rodents from snacking on your garden.
Container Versatility
Upright growth habit fits perfectly in pots for patio-focused gardening.
Key Specs
Genus
Lilium
Species
asiatic
Pack Size
8 bulbs
Mature Height
48 inches
Mature Width
8 inches
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3 - Zone 8
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3, Zone 8
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Features
- Fiery red, star-like Asiatic Lily blooms
- Blooms from spring to early summer
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Grows and naturalizes easily
- Suitable for pots and containers
- Deer and rodent resistant
- Hardy to Zone 3
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and striking visual design of the Lilium Red Highland. Reviewers frequently note the bulbs arrive healthy and establish quickly, demonstrating excellent reliability in the garden. The deep red color is described as truly vibrant and true to the catalog image, making a dramatic statement. While some mention the initial size being smaller than expected, the vigorous growth and impressive bloom performance confirm this lily is a high value investment for adding bold color and dependable beauty to any landscape.
Know before you buy
For the best results, plant your Red Highland Asiatic Lily bulbs at a depth of 8 inches. This depth helps protect the bulbs and encourages strong, upright growth.
Yes, these lilies are container-friendly. Ensure your pot is large enough to accommodate their 48-inch mature height and provides excellent drainage to keep the bulbs healthy.
These lilies are considered deer and rodent resistant, making them a safer choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a common concern.
Naturalizing means the bulbs will multiply and spread over time, returning year after year to create a larger, more established display without you needing to replant them.
They thrive in full sun to partial sun. While they love the light, they prefer to have their roots kept cool and shaded, so consider planting them near low-growing perennials or applying a layer of mulch.
Absolutely. These lilies are winter hardy down to Zone 3, meaning they can withstand very cold temperatures and will return reliably in spring even in harsh northern climates.
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