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One of the most captivating and popular of the Martagon Lilies, Lilium ‘Claude Shride’ boasts elegance and fragrance. Known for its clusters of mahogany-red blooms, each petal is reflexed and adorned with golden markings and prominent orange anthers, which create a striking contrast against its dark green foliage. Highly scented, in summer the air will be filled with a sweet scent that is sure to draw attention from both passers-by and pollinators. Ideal for borders and containers, Lilium ‘Claude Shride’ is easy to care for, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. Reaching up to 1.2m, the tall stems and dark flowers create a dramatic focal point, and it is easy to how the common name of ‘Turk’s Cap Lily’ came about. Hardy (H6) to around -15°C to -20°C, this lily will bloom year after year, making it a long-lasting investment in your garden’s beauty.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Lilium ‘Claude Shride’ |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Martagon Lily |
| Hardiness | H6 (-15 to -20°C) |
| Colour | Red |
| Format | Bulbs |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 1.20 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.25 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Scented | Yes |
| Drought Tolerant | Yes |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
