Lilium humboldtii
Humboldt Lily
Description
Humboldt Lily is a native, dryland lily that blooms with unusual red-yellow flowers, 3-4", on spikes. It needs sun and excellent drainage in the garden. It is often found on sunny chaparral slopes. In higher elevations it can grow to 6'.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Make sure ponds and water features aren't leaking, splash out is minimized, and water for streams and waterfalls is recirculated.
Keeping water surface areas small and partially shaded will also reduce evaporation.