Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Hosta spp.
Asparagaceae · flowers
Lilium orientalis
Liliaceae · bulbs
Hosta (Zones 3-9)
Oriental Lily (Zones 4-8)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 4–8
| Feature | Hosta | Oriental Lily |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hosta spp. | Lilium orientalis |
| Family | Asparagaceae | Liliaceae |
| Category | flowers | bulbs |
| Sun | ⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade | ☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Moist | Rich, Acidic, Well-drained |
| Height | 3' | 4' |
| Spread | 4' | 1' |
| Bloom Season | Summer | Late Summer |
| Bloom Color | White, Lavender | White, Pink, Red |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | East Asia | Japan |
| Maintenance | Low | Low |
Hosta
Oriental Lily
Hosta
Oriental Lily
Choose Hosta if you want a low-maintenance plant. It thrives in part shade to full shade with medium water in zones 3–9.
Choose Oriental Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 4–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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