Nari 'Muscadet'

Lilium hybrid 'Muscadet'

Characteristics and Cultivation Information for Lilium 'Muscadet' (Lilium hybrid 'Muscadet')

Growth Characteristics:
- 'Muscadet' is a hybrid of the Lilium genus, characterized by white flowers with pink spots.
- It grows to a height of approximately 60 to 120 cm and blooms mainly in the summer.
- It has a strong fragrance, and the flowering period is generally from June to July.

Propagation Methods:
- It propagates via bulbs. It is common to divide and plant the bulbs in the autumn or spring.
- Propagation is also possible using scales. Remove the bulb and separate the scales for planting.

Cultivation Methods:
- It prefers sunny locations and well-drained soil.
- It thrives in soil with a pH close to neutral and grows well in soil rich in organic matter.
- The appropriate planting depth is about 10 to 15 cm, and maintain a spacing of about 15 to 20 cm between bulbs. - Regular watering is necessary from spring to early summer, but overwatering should be avoided.
- It is recommended to fertilize before and after flowering to promote growth.

Uses in the Garden:
- It is highly popular for landscaping and blends well with other summer flowers.
- It can be used as a foreground or background plant in flowerbeds, and due to its pleasant fragrance, it is also used as an edible flower.

Important Pests and Control Methods:
- It can be infected with yellow mosaic lily virus and silk lily virus. It is important to remove infected plants and select disease-resistant varieties.
- Pests such as aphids and butterfly larvae may occur; regular use of fungicides and insecticides is necessary to prevent this.
- To prevent bulb rot, it must be grown in well-drained soil, and proper drainage is crucial.

Refer to the cultivation and control methods above to grow a healthy and beautiful 'Muscadet' lily!

Plant Family	Lily family
Height	90~120cm
Spread	30~60cm
Colors	white
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-15°C

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