
Description
‘Vuvuzela’ Longiflorum Lilium is a standout variety known for its large, pure white, trumpet-shaped flowers with elegantly recurved petals. These striking blooms offer not only visual beauty but also a strong, sweet fragrance, making them ideal for garden displays or cut flower arrangements.
Blooming from early to mid-summer, ‘Vuvuzela’ brings height, perfume, and sophistication to any space.
🌿 Features
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Botanical name: Lilium longiflorum
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Type: Longiflorum (Easter Lily)
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Colour: Pure white with recurved petals
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Height: Approx. 90–130 cm
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Bloom time: Early to mid-summer
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Fragrance: Strong and sweet
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Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
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Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
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Water needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
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Supplied as: Dormant bulb
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Frost tolerance: Moderate – mulch in colder zones
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Planting time: Autumn to early spring
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End use: Garden beds, containers, cut flowers
🌸 Why You’ll Love It
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Elegant, trumpet blooms with a luxurious scent
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Adds structure and elegance to garden beds and pots
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Excellent as a cut flower for floral designs
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Easy to grow and reliably rewarding
❓ FAQs
Is ‘Vuvuzela’ suitable for pots?
Yes, it thrives in large containers with good drainage.
How fragrant is it?
It’s strongly scented—ideal for adding perfume to garden or home.
Can it stay in the ground over winter?
Yes, in warmer areas. In colder zones, apply mulch or lift and store.
When should I plant it?
Plant bulbs from autumn to early spring for summer blooms.