{"product_id":"lilium-el-capitan-bulbs","title":"Lilium 'El Capitan' Bulbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLilium\u003c\/em\u003e 'El Capitan' is a tall O.T. hybrid lily, often known as a tree lily. It produces large star-shaped flowers in shades of pink to deep red, edged with white and marked with darker spots.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach flower releases a strong sweet fragrance and appears on tall stems that rise well above surrounding plants. This makes \u003cem\u003eLilium\u003c\/em\u003e 'El Capitan' a striking feature in summer borders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150–240cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e pink to red with white edges\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e July to September\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, moist but well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eLilium\u003c\/em\u003e 'El Capitan'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLilium\u003c\/em\u003e 'El Capitan' belongs to the group known as O.T. hybrid lilies. These combine the strength of trumpet lilies with the flower size and fragrance of oriental lilies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe large blooms can reach around 20cm across. Flowers usually face slightly outward or downward and appear along tall, sturdy stems.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlants often grow taller each year once established, sometimes reaching over 2 metres after two or three seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon names include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEl Capitan tree lily\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOriental trumpet lily\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOT hybrid lily\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe large scented blooms also make excellent long-lasting cut flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLilium\u003c\/em\u003e flowers provide pollen for visiting insects during summer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePollen-rich flowers attract pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides seasonal resources for garden pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks well in wildlife-friendly mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant alongside nectar-rich perennials to increase insect activity in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Lilium 'El Capitan'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTall border planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixed perennial beds\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCut flower gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant towards the middle or back of borders so the tall stems can rise above surrounding plants.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs from late winter to spring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny or lightly shaded location.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile soil that drains well.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant bulbs around 15cm deep.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpace bulbs 30–40cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater during dry periods while plants grow.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove faded flowers to keep the plant tidy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulch the soil to help keep roots cool while allowing stems to grow in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eLilium\u003c\/em\u003e 'El Capitan'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eVery tall tree lily with strong garden presence\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge fragrant flowers with striking colouring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent long-lasting cut flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable summer flowering\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for borders and large containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want a lily that creates height, scent, and colour in the garden, \u003cem\u003eLilium\u003c\/em\u003e 'El Capitan' delivers a dramatic display through late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":58474173956399,"sku":"nti1789526941958","price":4.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":58474173989167,"sku":"srq1789526941959","price":21.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":58474174021935,"sku":"inf1789526941960","price":159.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/8797\/5727\/files\/lilium-el-capitan-bulbs_1.jpg?v=1789526946","url":"https:\/\/modestly.shop\/products\/lilium-el-capitan-bulbs","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}