Every month the Houseplant of the Month appears here. It may be a newcomer to the UK, an old favourite or a special plant with unexpected qualities. But they all have one thing in common: they make life just that bit more beautiful. And especially if you are one of the lucky winners.

The Lily, also known as the Lilium, is not a plant for the meek. She has a strong presence and needs to be kept under control, otherwise she’ll dominate your home. Are you strong enough? Then the Lily will ensure that you will be very happy together.

Roman Brides
The Lily has a powerful aura of purity and virginity. It is not for nothing that the ancient Greeks and Romans adorned their brides with crowns of Lilies. Few flowers have so many symbolic meanings: love, femininity, mortality and purity, to name a few. Lilies will be familiar to most for their white flowers, but they are also available in red, orange and pastel tints. In short: with Lilies the options are endless.

In brief:
Position: A light spot, out of direct sunlight
Water: Twice a week
Additional information: If you cut off her dead flowers the remaining ones will remain attractive longer

Type: Diva

Fits perfectly with: The Caring type

If this doesn’t sound like you, maybe you’re a Nonchalant type or an Adventurous type.