Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Lilium asiaticum
Liliaceae · bulbs
Dahlia pinnata
Asteraceae · flowers
Asiatic Lily (Zones 3-8)
Dahlia (Zones 8-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–8
| Feature | Asiatic Lily | Dahlia |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Lilium asiaticum | Dahlia pinnata |
| Family | Liliaceae | Asteraceae |
| Category | bulbs | flowers |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained | Rich, Well-drained |
| Height | 3' | 5' |
| Spread | 1' | 2' |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer | Summer-Fall |
| Bloom Color | Orange, Red, Yellow, Pink | Mixed |
| Growth Rate | Fast | Fast |
| Native Region | Asia | Mexico, Central America |
| Maintenance | Low | Medium |
Asiatic Lily
Dahlia
Asiatic Lily
Dahlia
Choose Asiatic Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–8.
Choose Dahlia if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 8–11.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–8. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.
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