Michigan Lily (Lilium michiganense) is a striking native perennial with vibrant orange-red, reflexed flowers, thriving in moist meadows and along stream banks.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Part Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in full sun for best flowering, but tolerates light shade, especially in hotter climates.
Regularly
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogged conditions. Water deeply when topsoil is dry.
Well-drained, moist, loamy
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures during the growing season. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8.
Light
25% intensity
Benefits from compost and a balanced fertilizer in spring. Avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Michigan Lily prefers consistently moist soil. Water deeply when the top few centimeters of soil feel dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to bulb rot.
During hot, dry periods, increase watering frequency to maintain soil moisture.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to prevent seed formation and direct energy back to the bulb. Cut the dead foliage to the ground in late autumn or early spring before new growth appears.
This helps prevent disease.
Michigan Lilies can be propagated by division of bulbs in early spring or fall. Carefully separate offsets or bulb pieces, ensuring each has a healthy basal plate. Replant immediately into well-drained soil.
Repot Michigan Lilies every 3-4 years, or when they become crowded. The best time for repotting is early spring before active growth begins or in fall after the foliage has died back. Handle bulbs gently.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Michigan Lily (Lilium michiganense)
Where Michigan Lily (Lilium michiganense) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Liliales |
| Family | Liliaceae |
| Genus | Lilium |
| Species | Lilium michiganense |
Similar in genus Lilium
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