Double lily varieties

Double lilies carry extra petals in place of stamens, so the flower opens as a layered bloom. The table below compares every variety we list side by side.

Varieties
6
Height
2–3½ ft (56–100 cm)
Hardiness
USDA zones 3–10
Form

6 Oriental

Compare all 6 side by side

All 6 double lily varieties

A Roselily Aisha lily flower up close on the plant Roselily Aisha Pollen-free double Oriental lily from the Roselily series, 28 to 39 inches tall. Midsummer, Late summer2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm)Oriental
A Roselily Anouska lily flower up close on the plant Roselily Anouska Pollen-free double Oriental lily from the Roselily series, 28 to 39 inches tall. Midsummer, Late summer2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm)Oriental
A Roselily Editha lily flower up close on the plant Roselily Editha Pollen-free double Oriental lily from the Roselily series, 22 to 24 inches tall. Midsummer2 ft (56–61 cm)Oriental
A Roselily Isabella lily flower up close on the plant Roselily Isabella Pollen-free double Oriental lily from the Roselily series, 28 to 39 inches tall. Midsummer, Late summer2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm)Oriental
A Roselily Natalia lily flower up close on the plant Roselily Natalia Pollen-free double Oriental lily from the Roselily series, 28 to 39 inches tall. Midsummer, Late summer2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm)Oriental
A Roselily Tatsjana lily flower up close on the plant Roselily Tatsjana Pollen-free double Oriental lily from the Roselily series, 30 to 36 inches tall. Midsummer2½–3 ft (76–91 cm)Oriental

How to choose

  1. Check the Form column. The doubles we list are recorded with their RHS division, and most are Orientals.

  2. Compare the Height column before you place them, since heights differ between varieties.

  3. Look at the Color column for the pattern. Some carry spots or a contrasting edge.

Compare side by side

Color Sunlight
Roselily Aisha Oriental 2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm) 3–8 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part shade
Roselily Anouska Oriental 2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm) 3–8 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part shade
Roselily Editha Oriental 2 ft (56–61 cm) 3–8 Midsummer Full sun, Part shade
Roselily Isabella Oriental 2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm) 3–10 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part shade
Roselily Natalia Oriental 2½–3½ ft (70–100 cm) 3–10 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part shade
Roselily Tatsjana Oriental 2½–3 ft (76–91 cm) 3–8 Midsummer Full sun, Part shade

Frequently asked questions

Do double lilies shed pollen?

Easy to Grow Bulbs and Breck's describe the Roselily doubles they sell as pollen-free, because the flower forms petals where the stamens would be.

How deep should lily bulbs be planted?

The North American Lily Society advises about 3 to 4 inches of soil over small bulbs and 4 to 6 inches over larger ones.

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