''Lilium'' 'Navona' is an

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hybrid variety of white lilies, used in cutflower production worldwide.

Description

It has big upward-facing, white flowers, with dark green foliage, that flower from late spring to early summer. They can grow up to 26"-32" / 66.0 cm - 81.3 cm high.

History

It was created by Gebr. Vletter and Den Haan in Rijnsburg, The Netherlands, in the eighties.

Cultivation

It is

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to between USDA Zone 3 and Zone 9. It prefers positions in full sun or partial shade, in well-drained soils. It can be grown in containers.

References

{{reflist Navona Ornamental plant cultivars