Strawberry Event Tango Lilium Bulb | Pink Lily with Red Speckling

Bring sweet colour and bold garden flair to your summer display with Strawberry Event Tango Lilium, a vivid lily variety known for its blushed pink petals, red speckling and deeper throat. With its side-facing blooms and warm strawberry-toned colouring, Strawberry Event adds movement, contrast and strong seasonal impact to garden beds, borders, pots and cut flower arrangements.

Tango Liliums are loved for their distinctive markings, often featuring bold speckling, contrasting centres or dramatic bicolour patterns. Lilium ‘Strawberry Event’ has a lively pink-red appearance that works beautifully in cottage gardens, mixed borders and colourful bulb plantings.

Growing to approximately 110cm tall, Strawberry Event brings useful height without being too overwhelming in the garden. Its strong stems, bright blooms and reliable flowering make it a great choice for cut flower gardens, feature beds, naturalised plantings and large container displays.

Supplied as a dormant bulb, Strawberry Event can be planted in garden beds or large pots in a full sun to part shade position with fertile, free-draining soil.

Pre-Order Note

NOTE: This is a pre-order.

Stock is expected to be ready around the end of July, however this may push into August depending on seasonal conditions and supplier availability.

Image shown is an example picture only. Flower colour, size and form may vary slightly depending on growing conditions and seasonal availability.

If there are any supply issues, we will contact you regarding substitution options.

Any items you do not wish to have substituted will be refunded.

Features

• Vibrant Strawberry Event Tango Lilium variety
• Blushed pink petals with red speckling
• Deeper throat for extra colour contrast
• Side-facing bicolour blooms
• Height approximately 110cm
• Mild to non-fragrant variety
• Flowers from October to December
• Strong stems and reliable garden performance
• Excellent for borders, beds and mixed plantings
• Suitable for large pots and containers
• Great for cut flower arrangements
• Can naturalise and return in suitable conditions
• Supplied as a dormant bulb

Planting & Care

Plant Strawberry Event Lilium bulbs from June to September in a position with full sun to part shade. In warmer regions, morning sun with some afternoon protection can help protect flowers from harsh heat.

Choose fertile, free-draining soil. Liliums dislike sitting in wet, heavy soil, so improve drainage before planting if needed. A slightly acidic soil is ideal, around pH 5.5–6.5.

Plant bulbs approximately 10–15cm deep and space around 20–30cm apart. In pots, use a quality, free-draining potting mix and choose a deep container with good drainage holes.

Water well after planting, then keep the soil lightly moist during active growth. Avoid waterlogging, especially while bulbs are dormant or just beginning to shoot.

Mulch around the plants to help retain moisture, protect the root zone and reduce soil temperature fluctuations. In cooler or frost-prone areas, mulch can also help protect bulbs through colder periods.

Feed during active growth with a balanced fertiliser or bulb fertiliser to support strong stems, healthy foliage and quality blooms.

Stake plants if needed, especially in windy or exposed areas. After flowering, remove spent blooms but leave the foliage to die back naturally so the bulb can store energy for the following season.

Flowering Time

Flowering: October to December, depending on climate and planting time.

Flowering can vary slightly between regions and seasons.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Lilium Tango Hybrid
Common Name: Lilium, Lily
Variety: Strawberry Event
Type: Tango Hybrid Lilium
Product Type: Flowering bulb
Supplied As: Dormant bulb
Flower Colour: Blushed pink with red speckling and deeper throat
Flower Form: Side-facing bicolour blooms
Fragrance: Mild to none
Height: Approximately 110cm
Planting Time: June to September
Flowering Time: October to December
Aspect: Full sun to part shade
Planting Depth: Approximately 10–15cm
Spacing: Approximately 20–30cm apart
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Preferred Soil pH: Around 5.5–6.5
Watering: Moderate during active growth
Frost Tolerance: Protect in cooler zones; mulch recommended
Growing Zones: Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4
End Use: Borders, garden beds, large pots, naturalised plantings, cut flowers, floral arrangements

Pet Safety Note

Liliums are highly toxic to cats if ingested or exposed to pollen. Keep bulbs, plants, flowers and pollen away from cats and other pets.

FAQ

What type of lily is Strawberry Event?

Strawberry Event is a Tango Hybrid Lilium, known for its bold markings, strong stems and colourful garden display.

What colour is Strawberry Event Lilium?

Strawberry Event produces blushed pink blooms with red speckling and a deeper throat.

Is Strawberry Event fragrant?

It is best described as mild to non-fragrant, making it suitable for gardeners who prefer lilies without a strong scent.

How tall does Strawberry Event grow?

Strawberry Event grows to approximately 110cm tall, depending on growing conditions.

When does Strawberry Event flower?

Strawberry Event flowers from October to December, depending on climate and planting time.

When should I plant Strawberry Event Lilium bulbs?

Plant from June to September for spring to early summer flowering.

Can Strawberry Event grow in pots?

Yes. Strawberry Event can be grown in large pots or containers. Use a quality, free-draining potting mix and make sure the pot has good drainage holes.

How deep should I plant Lilium bulbs?

Plant bulbs approximately 10–15cm deep in fertile, free-draining soil.

How far apart should I plant the bulbs?

Space bulbs approximately 20–30cm apart to allow strong growth and good airflow.

Does Strawberry Event need full sun?

It grows well in full sun to part shade. In warmer regions, some afternoon protection can be beneficial.

Will Strawberry Event flower in the first season?

Yes. When planted in season and grown in suitable conditions, Strawberry Event should flower in its first season.

Is Strawberry Event good for cut flowers?

Yes. Strawberry Event is excellent for cut flower arrangements, with strong stems and vivid pink-red colouring.

Will Strawberry Event naturalise?

Yes. In suitable conditions, the bulbs can return and multiply over time.

Is Strawberry Event frost hardy?

It should be protected in cooler or frost-prone zones. Mulch is recommended to help protect bulbs through colder periods.

Will the colour fade in strong sun?

Flower colour can vary slightly with climate, heat and growing conditions. In very hot regions, some afternoon protection can help keep blooms looking their best.

Are Liliums safe for cats?

No. Liliums are highly toxic to cats. Keep bulbs, plants, flowers and pollen away from cats.

What are they supplied as?

They are supplied as dormant bulbs, ready for planting during the recommended season.

Is this a pre-order?

Yes. This item is a pre-order. Stock is expected around the end of July, but may push into August depending on seasonal conditions and supplier availability.

What happens if there is a supply issue?

If there are any supply issues, we will contact you regarding substitution options. Any items you do not wish to have substituted will be refunded.