- Germination protocol: 90days cold moist to 90days warm moist; if no germination in warm, repeat cycles
- Seed is packed cold moist (5 December 2025); to warm moist (5 March 2026)
- 20 seeds
Cardiocrinum giganteum (Giant Himalayan lily)
Cardiocrinum giganteum is a stunning lily, growing from a large bulb to a prominent stem (120-240cm, or 4-8ft. tall) that produces a dramatic finial bud. Over a few weeks the bud opens into a column of white lily flowers marked with marroon. The glossy basal leaves are also handsome. The plant dies to the ground in our climate (Zone 6a), leaving the stem with toothy seed pods. This lily prefers some shade and rich, well-draining soil with some protection.


