Disclaimer
This website is intended for
EDUCATIONAL USE ONLY
All information is subject to revision as new research and field data become available. The research and descriptions presented here are by no means complete or the final word on any topic. We acknowledge that other individuals and institutions may, and likely will, disagree with certain interpretations or classifications.
Cultivation notes are provided as general guidelines and observations,
NOT A GUARATEE OF SUCCESS
The successful growth of any Lilium species depends on numerous factors beyond our, and your, control, including (but not limited to):
- climate
- soil chemistry
- water quality
- pests & disease
- atmospheric heat waves and rivers
- acts of God
- grazing herbivores
- burrowing animals
- random chance
- alien invasion
It is NOT reasonable to assume that every lily species can be grown successfully everywhere, or by everyone. Some species possess such specific ecological requirements that it is nearly impossible to reproduce them in a garden setting.
Please be realistic about your experience level, available resources, and dedication. And have a healthy respect for random chance and your climate limitations.
Photo Disclaimer
We make every effort to credit all photographs accurately, including identifying the correct photographer, source, and any available licensing information. However, mistakes can occur. If you notice an image that is incorrectly labeled, attributed, or described, please contact us with the correct source and any relevant details so we may update the information promptly. All photographs on this site are used strictly for educational, research, and non-commercial purposes. No copyright infringement is intended, and we will gladly remove or correct any image upon request from the rights holder.
Ethical Sourcing and Legal Compliance
Many Lilium species are rare or endangered, and all seed or plant material must be obtained ethically. If special permits are required to collect, transport, or exchange material, you must always comply with local, federal, and international regulations.
Take the time to familiarize yourself with the laws governing threatened and endangered species in your area, ignorance is not a defense. Nobody wants a surprise visit from the Men in Black at 2 a.m. because they overlooked an obscure import restriction. Jail cells are small, uncomfortable, and often occupied by large, lonely men with questionable hygiene.
Do your homework. Protecting lilies, and yourself, starts with understanding and following the law.
Futhermore, attempting to cultivate rare and endangered without proper facilities or expertise is both irresponsible, unethical, and often almost always unsuccessful. Such material should be left to qualified growers and institutions capable of ensuring their survival.
We want to hear from: as long as your civil
We welcome constructive feedback aimed at improving the accuracy and scope of this resource.
If you wish to suggest corrections or additions, please provide supporting documentation such as academic references, peer-reviewed papers, or credible field observations.
Above all, please be kind, courteous, and gracious in your communication, our shared goal is to preserve and understand these remarkable plants.
In short: be ethical, obey the law, experiment responsibly, observe carefully, plan thoroughly, and enjoy the process.
Lilies reward patience, persistence, and humility.