Oriental lily varieties

Oriental lilies are the hybrids of Division 7 in the lily classification. The North American Lily Society says they are not among the easiest lilies to grow and asks for plenty of water and humus-rich, acidic soil. The table below compares every variety we list side by side.

Varieties
16
Height
1½–5 ft (41–152 cm)
Hardiness
USDA zones 3–10
Form

16 Oriental

Compare all 16 side by side

All 16 oriental lily varieties

A Acapulco lily flower up close on the plant Acapulco Oriental lily with large pink flowers on 36 to 48 inch stems in midsummer. Midsummer (estimated) 3–4 ft (91–122 cm)
A Casa Blanca lily flower up close on the plant Casa Blanca Oriental lily with pure white flowers up to 10 inches across on 4 to 5 foot stems. Midsummer, Late summer3½–5 ft (102–152 cm)
A Mona Lisa lily flower up close on the plant Mona Lisa Compact Oriental lily with soft pink flowers on 16 to 18 inch stems. Midsummer, Late summer (estimated) 16–18 in (41–46 cm)
A Muscadet lily flower up close on the plant Muscadet Oriental lily with ruffled white flowers freckled in dark pink on 30 to 48 inch stems. Midsummer, Late summer2½–4 ft (76–122 cm)
A Rialto lily flower up close on the plant Rialto Oriental lily with large upward-facing white flowers and a green eye, up to 1.5 m. Midsummer, Late summer (estimated) 3½–5 ft (100–150 cm)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
A Siberia lily flower up close on the plant Siberia Oriental lily with large pure white flowers on 32 to 36 inch stems. Early summer, Midsummer2½–3 ft (81–91 cm)
A Sorbonne lily flower up close on the plant Sorbonne Oriental lily with rose pink, white-edged flowers on 3-foot stems in August. Late summer3 ft (91 cm)
A Starfighter lily flower up close on the plant Starfighter Oriental lily with upward-facing crimson red flowers edged white on 3 to 4 foot stems. Midsummer, Late summer3–4 ft (91–122 cm)
A Stargazer lily flower up close on the plant Stargazer Oriental lily with upward-facing crimson pink flowers edged white on 3-foot stems. Midsummer, Late summer2½–3½ ft (76–102 cm)
A Tom Pouce lily flower up close on the plant Tom Pouce Oriental lily with pale pink petals marked soft yellow, blooming late summer. Late summer, Fall (estimated) 3–3½ ft (90–100 cm)

How to choose

  1. Check the Height column. NC State Extension notes Oriental lilies can reach 8 feet, so place tall ones at the back of the bed.

  2. Look at the Zones column before you buy and match it to your USDA zone.

  3. Plan the site. The North American Lily Society suggests afternoon shade for Oriental lilies in hot climates.

Compare side by side

Color Sunlight
Acapulco Oriental 3–4 ft (91–122 cm) 3–9 Midsummer (estimated) Full sun, Part shade
Casa Blanca Oriental 3½–5 ft (102–152 cm) 4–9 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part sun
Mona Lisa Oriental 16–18 in (41–46 cm) 3–9 Midsummer, Late summer (estimated) Full sun, Part sun
Muscadet Oriental 2½–4 ft (76–122 cm) 4–9 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part sun
Rialto Oriental 3½–5 ft (100–150 cm) 4–9 (estimated) Midsummer, Late summer (estimated) Full sun, Part shade
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
Siberia Oriental 2½–3 ft (81–91 cm) 3–9 Early summer, Midsummer Full sun, Part shade
Sorbonne Oriental 3 ft (91 cm) 4–9 (estimated) Late summer Full sun (estimated)
Starfighter Oriental 3–4 ft (91–122 cm) 4–8 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part shade
Stargazer Oriental 2½–3½ ft (76–102 cm) 4–9 Midsummer, Late summer Full sun, Part sun
Tom Pouce Oriental 3–3½ ft (90–100 cm) 4–9 Late summer, Fall (estimated) Full sun, Part shade

Values marked like this (estimated) are estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What soil do Oriental lilies need?

The North American Lily Society recommends humus-rich, acidic soil and plenty of water. NC State Extension also notes that acidic soil is preferred for Oriental hybrids.

Are Oriental lilies safe around cats?

No. The FDA names Oriental lilies among the lilies that are very dangerous for cats. Every part of the plant is toxic, including pollen and vase water, and a small amount can cause fatal kidney failure in less than 3 days.

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