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Lilium 'Claude Shride' (Martagon)
My favourite of all the Martagon type, Turk's cap lilies in the richest, deepest crimson. More
| 3 bulbs 261379-3 | £8.50 |
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| 6 bulbs 261379-6 | £16.50 |
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My favourite of all the Martagon type, Turk’s cap lilies in the richest, deepest crimson. This variety will hold court over its dappled shady corner for a good 4-6 weeks. We had it in the Oast Garden with Eremurus, which you can see here in the background. They were both truly regal.
| Genus | Lilium |
| Group/Species | martagon |
| Variety | Claude Shride |
| Type | Hardy Perennial Bulb |
| Common Name | Martagon Lily |
| Border Position | Middle |
| Bulb Size |
14/16 For more info on bulb sizes, click here. |
| Soil Type | Acid, Alkaline, Chalky, Clay, Fertile, Neutral, Sandy |
| Scent | Unscented |
| Site | Part Shade, Shade |
| Moisture | Moist but Well-drained |
| Height | 1.2m (4ft) |
| Spacing | 25cm (10in) |
| Sowing, Seeds, Planting | Preferably plant in any well-drained soil, enriched with leaf mould or well-rotted organic matter. |
| Care Tips | Remove seedheads unless required and cut down stems once foliage dies down. Plants may be affected by lily beetle, so keep your eyes peeled! |
| Flowering | May - June |
| Harvesting | Flower production: 2 months |
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
- Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
- Flowers/Harvest
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Lilium 'Claude Shride' (Martagon) reviews
Average based on 2 reviews
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Reviewed Yesterday by Rachael Good quality bulbs , can't wait to see the flowers, thank you |
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Reviewed 28th December 2020 by Catherine Prompt delivery of excellent bulbs - I am delighted. |
