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Dear Master Gardener: I have a woodland garden and was wondering if there are any types of lilies that will grow well in shade.
Answer: Yes, the martagon lily is well-suited for a woodland garden and performs best in a semi-shaded area with filtered light and cool conditions. It flowers early in the garden, receiving sun before the trees have leafed out fully and is protected from heat later in the season. They are very long-lived, but slow to become established. Don’t give up on them if it takes a few years for them to get going — it’s well worth the wait.
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University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardeners are trained and certified volunteers for the University of Minnesota Extension. Information given in this column is based on university research.
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