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Giant Hybrid Lily Empoli

Giant Hybrid Lily Empoli

94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Intense color, flower size and fragrance make Giant Hybrid Lily Empoli a standout in the garden and bouquets. The red-pink to dark pink flowers with golden-yellow centers measure up to 8" across, and their fragrance will perfume the summer air. Empoli is a cross between the exotic Oriental and regal trumpet lilies. Orientals are known for their fragrance, spectacular color and flower size. Trumpets are known for their trumpet-shaped flowers; they naturalize well and are easy to grow. The sturdy stems on these lilies can reach a height of 3-4', with large, sweet-smelling blooms 3-6" in size in the first year alone. By the second year, they can shoot up to 5-6', and within three years these lilies can reach as high as 6-8' with masses and masses of beautiful blooms to enjoy. The surge in height is owed to their extraordinary ability to produce multiple stems from a single bulb.
  • Hardiness Zones 3-8
  • Mature Height 45 - 55 inches
  • Bloom Time Mid to late summer (Jul-Aug)
  • Light Requirements Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
  • Ship As16-18 CM Bulb
  • Fragrant
  • Cut Flower
  • Attracts Pollinators

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Botanical Name: Lilium OT hybrid 'Empoli'

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Product Details

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  • Botanical Name:

    Lilium OT hybrid 'Empoli'
  • Ship As:

    Bulb
  • Size:

    16-18 CM
  • Suggested Uses:

    Borders, Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Screening Privacy, Perennializing, Showy Flowers, Attract Pollinator
  • Flower Color:

    Pink
  • Flower Form:

    8" outward facing flowers with thick waxy petals.
  • Foliage Type:

    Linear, glossy green leaves arranged in whorls or spirals up erect stems.
  • Mature Spread:

    9 - 12 inches
  • Spacing:

    9 - 12 inches

Growing Tips

  • Planting Instructions:

    6" deep and 9-12" apart.
  • Soil Moisture:

    Prefers well drained soil, but will tolerate heavier soils.
  • Will Tolerate:

    Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
  • Pruning Instructions:

    Don't remove leaves until they have died down in fall. They help provide nourishment to the bulb for next season's blooms.
  • Winter Care:

    Mulch is advisable in colder areas
  • Planting Depth:

    6" deep
  • Watering Requirements:

    Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater.
  • Fertilization Requirements:

    Once per year
  • Special Care:

    Not needed

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Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule

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    Zones Shipping Dates Last Order Date
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Customer Reviews

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94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Reviewed by 31 customers

Excellent addition. Eye catcher

Submitted 9 months ago

By Fetish for flowers

From Blue Ridge VA

Planted my bulbs spring 2022. They're over 6ft tall this year with 12-14 blooms each and starting to flower. Some planted in partial shade and some in full sun. Couple more blooms in full sun position. Little less watering and more protected in partial shade. WATCH OUT FOR DEER THEY LOVE THEM. Fence in to keep them out

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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In love with these lilies

Submitted 2 years ago

By Shanns

From Horace, ND

These truly are a stunning addition to my flower collection. I will be buying more next year. Big, beautiful blooms the first year.

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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weird color

Submitted 2 years ago

By Elizabeth

From Salt Lake City

Last year when I planted this the flowers were oddly stripped. I thought maybe it was a nutritional deficiency, but this year they look the same. Definitely not as pictured.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Pretty

Submitted 4 years ago

By Mary

From So ill

Successful with these, all came up and are two foot tall this year, should see better blooms next year if not going to plant them in sunnier spot

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Stunning!

Submitted 4 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

Absolutely stunning! Love them!

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Delighted with this choice

Submitted 4 years ago

By anonymous

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Verified Buyer

Spectacular - eye popping.

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I was a little disappointed

Submitted 4 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

I thought they were taller and only 3 came up.

Merchant Response

Thank you for the feedback. The Empoli Giant Hybrid Lily, like other giant lilies, start out small and get taller every year.

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Total keeper

Submitted 4 years ago

By anonymous

From Undisclosed

Verified Buyer

Absolutely gorgeous! I barely planted them in June and I already got to enjoy blooms. If this was now, I can't wait to see what happens next season!

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Giant Hybrid Lily Empoli

Submitted 4 years ago

By anonymous

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They were absolutely gorgeous!

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Magic Lily

Submitted 4 years ago

By Victoria

From Northern CA

It's a huge flower. Beautiful matte petals, fine fragrance during the day, more fragrance at night. It looks like a fairytale flower. Use these as cut flowers. I'm very happy!

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Questions & Answers

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If growing the Giant Hybrid Lily Empoli and Big Brother in a green house in a desert climate that will never freeze, is this not good for the bulbs do they need to freeze and go dormant every year?
Asked by Chris
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Lily bulbs need a period of cold dormancy. They are suggested for USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8. It looks like you are in zone 7 and can plant them outside the greenhouse!Was this answer helpful to you
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Do these need to be strongly staked in future years when reaching 7-8 feet tall? Also, how long does the bloom last and are they cut back in fall?
Asked by Lynne the landscaper
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Giant Hybrid Lilies have super strong stems. They should not need to be staked. The blooms last for about 3 to 4 weeks. They're fantastic.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can emboli bulbs be started in a pot and transferred to the ground?
Asked by Peggy
Verified Reply - AngelaGiant Hybrid Lily Empoli can be started in a pot and transferred to the ground. Just try to disturb the roots and bulb as little as possible.Was this answer helpful to you
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How many bulbs are in a bag
Asked by Bill
Verified Reply - AngelaThe Giant Hybrid Lily Empoli offer includes 5 bulbs.Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I plant them now?
Asked by Kathleen
Verified Reply - ViciYes. You want to plant these bulbs as soon as you can once you receive them. They will grow and should bloom for you this year.Was this answer helpful to you
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Are these flowers toxic to animals
Asked by Patricia
Product Owner - diana092465I've had rabbits eat the young stalks in the spring so I doubt they are toxic to animals.Was this answer helpful to you
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Are they deer resistant
Asked by Pattycake
Verified Reply - KimberlyGiant Hybrid Lily Empoli is not deer resistant. Was this answer helpful to you
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