Lilium 'Forever Susan' is a striking Asiatic lily grown for its rich two-tone flowers and strong presence in the garden. The blooms face upward and show orange petals with deep purple centers, giving the plant a bold look. It grows in a neat, upright clump and fits well in borders, mixed beds, and containers. This lily flowers in early to mid summer and adds bright color when many other plants are just getting started. It is also a good choice for cutting, since the flowers hold well in arrangements.
The foliage is plain green, which helps the flowers stand out clearly. This plant grows best in a sunny or lightly shaded spot with well-drained soil. It is valued for easy, reliable flowering and for the strong contrast in its blooms. Bees and butterflies may visit the flowers, which adds extra life to the garden. It is not grown as a houseplant, and it is usually treated as a perennial rather than an annual.
Basic care is simple and suits most home gardeners. Remove faded flowers after blooming, but keep the leaves and stem until they die back naturally so the bulb can store energy for the next season. New plants are usually made by dividing bulbs or replanting offsets while the plant is dormant. Watch for lily beetles, aphids, slugs, gray mold, and virus problems, and deal with them early to keep the plant healthy and looking its best.