One of the largest (4 to 8 feet tall) and most spectacular of our native lilies, Turk's cap has huge, orange flowers that resemble caps once worn by Turks. Up to 40 flowers have been recorded on a single plant. It blooms between July and September and prefers partly shaded sites with moist, well-drained soils. In the wild, it's found in swamps, wet meadows, and edges of woods.
Plant Characteristics:
Grows 4-8' or even up to 10' tall.
Prefers part shade.
Prefers moist, well-drained, loamy or sandy soils with some acidity. Needs consistent moisture.
Extremely recurved petals and sepals are dotted with brown spots.
Wildlife Value:
Hummingbirds and large insects seek the nectar.
Resources:
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
: https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=lisu
The Plant Native
: https://theplantnative.com/plant/lily/turks-cap-lily/#:~:text=Turk's%20Cap%20Lily%20loves%20to,from%20the%20trees%20around%20it
Wikipedia
: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lilium_superbum
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