Business Details
47 Years
experience
Premium Lily and Peony Nursery in Woodland, WA
The Lily Garden has been cultivating exceptional garden lilies, Crocosmias, and herbaceous peonies for over 45 years. Founded in 1979 by Judith Freeman, a geneticist and lily hybridizer with four decades of expertise, we specialize in unique varieties bred on our farm in Southwest Washington. Our collection includes Columbia-Platte hybrids and exclusive creations by Johan Mak and Len Sherwin, ensuring the largest selection of lily and Crocosmia varieties in the USA. We guarantee every bulb to grow and bloom, photographing all lilies in the field to showcase their true appearance. With Judith focusing on hybridizing and Niels van Noort managing daily operations since 2016, we combine generational knowledge with modern practices.Our lilies are disease-resistant and tested for garden performance, spanning Martagon, Asiatic, Trumpet, Aurelian, Orienpet, and Oriental varieties. We ship bulbs nationwide, offering fall shipping for peonies and spring shipping for Crocosmias. Our commitment to quality includes expert customer support, detailed growing guides, and a focus on customer satisfaction. As pioneers in lily hybridization, we continue to innovate while maintaining the reliability that has defined our reputation for decades.
Services
Lily Bulbs
Peony Plants
Dahlia Tubers
Crocosmia Hybrids
Gift Certificates
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of expertise in lily hybridization and cultivation
- Our exclusive Columbia-Platte hybrids are bred on-site in Washington
- Every bulb is grown and tested on our farm for garden performance
- Judith Freeman, geneticist and hybridizer, pioneered industry innovations
- We guarantee bulb growth and bloom (except Martagons) with field photography
What people say
Exceptional plant quality
Unique hybrid varieties
Excellent customer service
Guaranteed growth
Detailed growing guides
Services
Lily Bulbs
We offer over 150 unique lily varieties including Martagon, Asiatic, Trumpet, Aurelian, Orienpet, and Oriental hybrids. All bulbs are grown and tested on our farm for disease resistance and garden performance. Our exclusive Columbia-Platte hybrids and Mak-Leek creations guarantee vibrant, long-lasting blooms.
Peony Plants
Our herbaceous peonies include classic favorites and rare cultivars like 'Red Charm' and 'Sarah Bernhardt'. Plants are field-grown in Washington and shipped with guaranteed growth. We offer both common and exclusive varieties unavailable elsewhere.
Crocosmia Hybrids
We cultivate unique Crocosmia hybrids like 'Lucifer' and 'Adriana' bred for vibrant colors and hardiness. These South African natives thrive in our Pacific Northwest climate. Spring shipping ensures optimal planting conditions for these sun-loving perennials.
Dahlia Tubers
Our dahlia collection features dinner plate varieties and specialty hybrids like 'Cafe Au Lait'. Tubers are grown locally and stored properly for spring shipping. We guarantee proper sprouting when planted according to our growing instructions.
Gift Certificates
Available in denominations from $20, our gift certificates make perfect presents for gardening enthusiasts. Recipients can choose from our extensive selection of lilies, peonies, and other specialty plants during their next online purchase.
People
Judith Freeman
Founder & Hybridizer
Geneticist and lily hybridizer for 40+ years, Judith created The Lily Garden in 1979. She pioneered innovative breeding techniques and developed popular varieties like 'Scheherazade' and 'Red Velvet'.
Niels van Noort
Operations Manager
Managing daily operations since 2016, Niels oversees field crops and customer service. With years of experience in horticultural management, he ensures quality control while Judith focuses on hybridizing.
Questions
When do you ship lily bulbs?
We ship lily bulbs in fall (early October to mid-December) and spring (early March to May 10). Martagon lilies ship in spring only.
Do you guarantee bulb growth?
Yes, we guarantee all bulbs to grow and bloom except Martagons. Contact us if any bulbs fail under proper growing conditions.
What makes your lilies unique?
We develop exclusive Columbia-Platte hybrids and offer Mak-Leek creations unavailable elsewhere. All varieties undergo rigorous on-farm testing for garden performance.
Can I order by phone?
Yes, we accept phone orders for customers preferring personal assistance with their purchases.
How are plants photographed?
All lilies are photographed in our fields to show their true colors and growth patterns under natural conditions.
Do you offer gift options?
Yes, we provide gift certificates in any denomination for garden enthusiasts to choose their preferred plants.
