Forever Susan Asiatic Lily
Brighten your garden with the 'Forever Susan' Asiatic Lily, showcasing vibrant, upward-facing blooms with a rich chestnut hue over an orange base. These lilies are prolific bloomers, producing many flowers per stem, and are exceptionally easy to grow and maintain. Once established, they become hardy and multiply, offering years of beauty. Plant in well-drained soil, favoring full sun with some afternoon shade. Their upright growth habit minimizes the need for staking, and they are resistant to deer and rabbits, making them a dependable and striking addition to any garden.
$13.32
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2416
/ 3183
#2416 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-44%
Below average
Variety
Lilium asiatic Forever Susan
/ Lilium asiatic Forever Susan
Who it's for
- Striking Bicolor Blooms
- Exceptional Hardiness and Vigor
- Excellent Cut Flower Potential
Who should skip it
- Lack of Fragrance
- Vulnerability to Lily Beetles
- Pet Toxicity Concern
Key Specs
Variety
Lilium asiatic Forever Susan
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-8
Bloom Time
Early to mid summer
Mature Height
24-36 inches tall
Mature Spread
12 inches wide
Planting Depth
6 inches deep
Spacing
8-12 inches apart
Soil Type
Well-Drained Soil
Features
- Upward-facing, star-shaped blooms
- Blooms earlier than Oriental varieties
- Attracts butterflies and pollinators
- Excellent as fresh cut flowers
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Naturally upright habit requires little staking
- Hardy and multiplies over time
- Suitable for container planting
What customers say
The 'Forever Susan' Asiatic Lily earns high praise primarily for its exceptional aesthetic appeal. Customers consistently highlight the dramatic coloration, featuring deep maroon petals tipped with vibrant orange, calling the blooms show stopping. This striking beauty is the main driver of satisfaction. Beyond looks, reviewers appreciate the plant's strong vigor and reliability once established, noting its successful return in subsequent seasons, which reinforces its value. While most find it highly rewarding, a smaller group experienced initial frustration with bulb viability and sprouting challenges. Overall, for successful growers, the unique beauty and hardiness of this distinctive perennial justify the investment.
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