Canada Lily
Lilium canadense
Last reviewed: June 2026
Canada Lily (Lilium canadense) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org, last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
24"–60" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
AL, CT, DE, GA and 17 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, beetles
Canada lily produces elegant nodding yellow or orange flowers with dark spots on tall stems from summer into early fall. This native perennial grows in clumps and prefers partially shaded areas with consistent moisture, making it ideal for woodland gardens or naturalized areas.
In an HOA neighborhood
Canada Lily takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Dies back completely in winter leaving bare ground
- Can appear wild or unkempt compared to typical landscaping
- May spread naturally which some HOAs consider weedy
Wildlife value
The showy flowers attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and beetles throughout the long blooming season. Seeds also provide food for birds in fall and winter.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
Does Canada Lily fit your yard? Open it in Pollinator Patch to check it against your sun, soil, and HOA-conscious filters.