Lily ‘Tiny Rocket’ is a compact Asiatic hybrid lily that packs bright, vibrant color into a small, garden-friendly form. It produces short, sturdy stems with narrow, lance-shaped green leaves, making it ideal for borders, rock gardens, or container planting. In early to mid-summer, multiple upward-facing blooms open along the stems, often in vivid red or scarlet shades with subtle markings, giving the plant a lively, energetic appearance. Its petite size and bold color make it perfect for adding eye-catching bursts of color without overwhelming smaller spaces.
- Size: Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in). Spread: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)
- Flowering: Early to mid-summer
- Growth habit: Compact, upright clumping perennial from bulbs
- Light: Full sun to light partial shade; flowers best in full sun.
- Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; avoid heavy, soggy soils.
- Water: Moderate watering; keep soil evenly moist during growth.
- Hardiness: Very hardy (Zones 3–8), suitable for Regina, SK prairie conditions.
- Planting depth: Plant bulbs 8–10 cm (3–4 in) deep, spacing 20–25 cm apart.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers; allow foliage to die back naturally to feed the bulb.
- Propagation: Divide bulbs every few years if clumps become crowded.
- Support: Usually not required due to short, sturdy stems