Catesby's Lily (Lilium Catesbaei) is a perennial bulb in the Liliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lilium catesbaei is a bulbous perennial plant known for its showy orange flowers with dark spots, native to the southeastern United States.

Catesby's Lily

Catesby's Lily

Lilium Catesbaei

Lilium catesbaei is a bulbous perennial plant known for its showy orange flowers with dark spots, native to the southeastern United States.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Catesby's Lily

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Prune
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Liliaceae
Genus:Lilium