
Description
Grace your garden with the refined drama of ‘Patricia’s Pride’, a stunning Tango Lilium known for its creamy-white petals and rich purple centre. This upfacing bloom combines delicacy and intensity, creating a visually captivating contrast that shines in borders, feature beds, or pots.
Perfect for gardeners who love bold but elegant colour pairings, ‘Patricia’s Pride’ grows reliably, flowers early in the season, and naturalises beautifully with time. Its strong stems and compact size also make it an excellent choice for cut arrangements.
🌿 Features (Grouped)
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Botanical name: Lilium (Tango Hybrid)
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Type: Upfacing, bicolour bloom
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Colour: Cream with deep purple centre
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Height: 75 cm
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Bloom time: Spring to early summer (Oct–Dec)
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Fragrance: Mild
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Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
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Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5–6.5)
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Water needs: Moderate
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Supplied as: Dormant bulb
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Frost tolerance: No – protect in cooler zones
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End use: Borders, garden beds, pots, cut flowers
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Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4
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Planting time: June to September
💜 Why You’ll Love It
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Elegant contrast of creamy petals and dark eye
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Ideal for small spaces and container planting
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Bold presence in both modern and cottage gardens
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Hardy, reliable and long-blooming
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A favourite for cut flower lovers
❓ FAQs
Will ‘Patricia’s Pride’ bloom in its first season?
Yes, when planted in season, expect blooms from late spring.
Does it have a strong scent?
No, it’s a mild to non-fragrant variety.
Is it suitable for pots?
Absolutely—its height and form make it perfect for container displays.
Does it naturalise over time?
Yes, with proper care it will multiply and return annually.