Lilium - Orienpet Lily Saltarello
Best fragrant perennial for gardeners seeking tall, heat-tolerant late summer blooms.
Experience the vibrant beauty of the Saltarello Orienpet Lily, a stunning hybrid that combines the resilience of Trumpet lilies with the elegance of Orientals. This variety showcases enormous, luxurious peach blossoms, accented with a raspberry blush on the reverse of the petals and a lemon center. Growing up to 48 inches tall on strong stems, these highly fragrant flowers are perfect for cutting and adding a splash of late summer color to your garden. Each package contains three high-quality lily bulbs, ready to bring late summer splendor to your landscape.
$7.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
16
/ 3099
#16 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-66%
Below average
Planting Depth
6
/ inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking dramatic, fragrant focal points for their landscape
- Florists needing reliable, sturdy stems for long-lasting cut arrangements
- Climate-conscious growers wanting resilient plants that handle temperature extremes
Who should skip it
- Cat owners needing to keep curious pets safe from toxicity
- Busy gardeners unable to perform regular pest monitoring and maintenance
- Homeowners with heavy, poorly draining clay soil conditions
Performance breakdown
Bloom Impact
Enormous peach blossoms create a dramatic focal point in any garden.
Fragrance Intensity
Highly aromatic petals provide a powerful, sweet scent for outdoor spaces.
Structural Integrity
Sturdy stems reliably support heavy blooms without needing constant staking.
Climate Resilience
Orienpet genetics offer superior heat tolerance for challenging summer conditions.
Cut Flower Utility
Long, strong stems make these perfect for elegant indoor floral arrangements.
Ease of Establishment
Standard planting depth and spacing requirements ensure a straightforward growing experience.
Key Specs
Planting Depth
6 inches
Spacing
12–18 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Hardiness Zones
5-9
Height
36-48 inches
Bloom Season
Late Summer
SKU
13972-03
Includes
3 Lily Bulbs
Features
- Orienpet hybrid for superior strength
- Huge, luscious peach blooms
- Highly fragrant flowers
- Raspberry blush on petal reverse
- Excellent heat tolerance
- Sturdy stems support large blooms
- Ideal for cut flower gardens
- Perennial life cycle
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the 'Saltarello' Orienpet Lily bulbs, focusing primarily on exceptional product quality and the resulting floral display. Reviewers consistently praise the robust size and health of the bulbs upon arrival, noting excellent packaging protected viability. The variety earns significant acclaim for its spectacular bi-colored blooms and intense, captivating fragrance. Many report vigorous growth and flower counts exceeding initial expectations, indicating high quality stock. The vendor's reliability in delivering true to name varieties is also appreciated. Overall, these lilies are viewed as a premium investment, offering a high impact, low maintenance perennial display that delivers dramatic summer beauty and powerful scent.
Know before you buy
An Orienpet lily is a hybrid cross between Oriental and Trumpet lilies. This combination results in a plant that possesses the impressive height and fragrance of a Trumpet lily with the stunning, exotic flower shapes and colors typical of Oriental lilies.
Generally, no. Saltarello lilies are bred for their sturdy stems, which are designed to support their large, heavy blooms without additional support in most garden conditions.
Yes, they are excellent for cut flower arrangements. Their strong stems, long-lasting blooms, and high fragrance make them a standout choice for vases.
These lilies thrive in full sun to partial sun. For the best performance and strongest stems, aim for a location that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
Yes, these are perennial bulbs. If planted in the appropriate hardiness zones (5-9) and provided with proper care, they will return and bloom reliably each late summer.
You should plant the bulbs at a depth of 6 inches. Proper planting depth is essential for protecting the bulbs during winter and ensuring they have adequate stability as they grow.
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