Martagon lily varieties

Martagon lilies are the hybrids of Division 2 in the lily classification. The North American Lily Society describes them as tall lilies with many small down-facing flowers that bloom along with the earliest Asiatics. The table below compares every variety we list side by side.

Varieties
7
Height
3–5 ft (91–152 cm)
Hardiness
USDA zones 3–9
Form

7 Martagon

Compare all 7 side by side

All 7 martagon lily varieties

A Arabian Knight lily flower up close on the plant Arabian Knight Martagon lily with maroon red and orange striped flowers on 3 to 4 ft stems. Late spring3–4 ft (91–122 cm)
A Claude Shride lily flower up close on the plant Claude Shride Martagon lily with glossy mahogany red Turk's cap flowers on 3 to 4 ft stems. Late spring, Early summer3–4 ft (91–122 cm)
A Guinea Gold lily flower up close on the plant Guinea Gold Martagon lily with small dangling golden flowers on 4 to 5 ft stems. Late spring4–5 ft (122–152 cm)
A Manitoba Morning lily flower up close on the plant Manitoba Morning Martagon lily with reddish pink, yellow centered, freckled flowers on 3 to 4 ft stems. Early summer, Midsummer3–4 ft (91–122 cm)
A Mrs. R.O. Backhouse lily flower up close on the plant Mrs. R.O. Backhouse Martagon lily from 1921 with straw yellow, magenta backed flowers on 3 to 5 ft stems. Late spring, Early summer3–5 ft (91–152 cm)
A Pink Morning lily flower up close on the plant Pink Morning Martagon lily with dangling soft pink flowers on 3 to 4 ft stems. Late spring3–4 ft (91–122 cm)
A Sunny Morning lily flower up close on the plant Sunny Morning Martagon lily with yellow and orange shaded flowers on 3 to 4 ft stems. Late spring3–4 ft (91–122 cm)

How to choose

  1. Use them where other lilies get too little sun. The North American Lily Society says martagons handle shade best of all lilies, and NC State Extension calls them shade tolerant.

  2. Check the Zones column. The North American Lily Society notes martagons do not typically grow well in hot, humid climates.

  3. Compare the Height column when placing them. They are tall plants.

Compare side by side

Color Sunlight
Arabian Knight Martagon 3–4 ft (91–122 cm) 4–9 Late spring Full sun, Part shade
Claude Shride Martagon 3–4 ft (91–122 cm) 3–8 Late spring, Early summer Full sun, Part shade
Guinea Gold Martagon 4–5 ft (122–152 cm) 3–8 Late spring Full sun, Part shade
Manitoba Morning Martagon 3–4 ft (91–122 cm) 3–7 Early summer, Midsummer Full sun, Part sun
Mrs. R.O. Backhouse Martagon 3–5 ft (91–152 cm) 3–7 Late spring, Early summer Full sun, Part shade
Pink Morning Martagon 3–4 ft (91–122 cm) 3–8 Late spring Full sun, Part shade
Sunny Morning Martagon 3–4 ft (91–122 cm) 3–8 Late spring Full sun, Part shade

Frequently asked questions

Do martagon lilies grow in shade?

Yes, in part shade. The North American Lily Society says martagons appreciate some shade and handle it best among lilies.

What colors do martagon lilies come in?

The North American Lily Society lists yellow, white, pink, lavender, light orange and deep dark red. The Color column shows what each seller records.

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