Lillies

Lilies and Lily Flowers, Hand-Arranged and Delivered Fresh

Few flowers carry a room like a lily. The sculptural shape, the long vase life, the scent that arrives before you do: a lily says elegance without saying a word. It is the flower we reach for when a moment calls for something a little more graceful than a mixed bunch.

Every lily here is conditioned by hand and arranged the day it goes out. Browse our lilies for sale above, or read on to choose the right type, colour and occasion. From single-colour lilies flowers to mixed designs, you can also shop all our fresh flowers or browse our hand-tied flower bouquets.

Lilies Delivered Same-Day in Cape Town and Johannesburg

Need lilies today? Order before midday for same-day flower delivery in Cape Town and Johannesburg, arranged by hand in our studio. Our Cape Town flower delivery and Johannesburg flower delivery teams hand-deliver, so your lilies arrive fresh and unmarked. The White Purity Vase Arrangement is our everyday classic, ready to send within hours.

Types of Lilies: Oriental, Asiatic and Longiflorum

Knowing the type helps you choose well. Oriental lilies, like the stargazer, are the large, perfumed showpieces. Asiatic lilies bring vivid colour with almost no scent, ideal for anyone sensitive to fragrance. Longiflorum, the classic white trumpet, is the elegant choice for weddings and sympathy. The arum lily, South Africa's own white calla, is a sculptural favourite for weddings and remembrance.

Our florists work with the best stems in season, and our guide to spring flowers in South Africa shows what blooms when. Browse our wider flowers by type range to compare, and the Pure Elegance Bouquet shows lilies at their most refined.

White Lilies, Pink Lilies and Every Shade Between

Colour sets the tone. White lilies feel pure and ceremonial, and a single white lily flower is a calm, graceful gesture. Gathered in our white flowers range and white flower bouquets, they are shown beautifully in the Classic White Bouquet and Elegant White Bouquet. Pink lilies feel softer and more romantic, part of our pink flowers range, like the blush Kiss Blush Lily Bouquet.

For a warmer palette, lilies pair beautifully with roses and seasonal blooms, as in the Pink Expression Bouquet.

What Lilies Mean

Half the gift is the meaning. Lilies symbolise devotion, purity and renewed hope, which is why they suit both celebrations and farewells. White lilies speak of peace and remembrance, pink lilies of admiration and prosperity, and the bold stargazer of ambition and encouragement.

Our florists wrote a guide to flower meanings and a piece on what flowers symbolise if you would like the full story behind the bloom.

Lily Bouquets, Arrangements and Combinations

Lilies work hand-tied or arranged in a vase. A hand-tied lilies bouquet, like our Lovely Lily's Flowers, goes straight into water, while a crisp white lilies bouquet suits weddings and sympathy. A designed arrangement, such as the Grand and Colourful Flower Arrangement, arrives ready to display.

Love lilies with roses? Our pink lily and rose bouquet pairs the two, and our flower arrangements range carries lily-led designs for every space. Our guide to your perfect bouquet of flowers helps you choose, and the romantic Blushing Beauty Bouquet is a favourite.

Lilies for Weddings, Sympathy and Special Occasions

Lilies carry the big moments. White lilies are a classic for funeral and sympathy flowers, dignified and calm, like our Peace Be With You arrangement and the St Joseph Lily Arrangement. They are equally at home at a wedding or a milestone anniversary.

For other blooms that suit these moments, see our roses, peonies and orchids, or get ideas from our 100 bouquet ideas guide.

Caring for Your Lilies

A little care goes a long way. Trim the stems at an angle, keep them in a clean vase with cool water, and stand them out of direct sun. Gently remove the pollen tips once the blooms open to protect clothes and surfaces, and refresh the water every couple of days. Done well, lilies last seven to twelve days, opening bud by bud.

Our flower care guide and tips on caring for flowers in a vase walk you through it. Prefer another bloom? Browse our tulips, sunflowers, gerbera daisies and proteas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do lilies last, and how long do they take to open?

Fresh lilies last around seven to twelve days with good care. Stems bought in bud usually begin opening within one to three days at room temperature, then unfold bloom by bloom, so a single bouquet keeps changing over the week. Trim the stems, use cool clean water and keep them out of direct heat for the longest display.

What do lilies symbolise?

Lilies symbolise devotion, purity and renewed hope. White lilies represent peace and remembrance, pink lilies admiration and prosperity, and stargazer lilies ambition and encouragement. This range of meaning is why lilies suit weddings, new beginnings and sympathy alike.

Are lilies toxic to cats and pets?

Yes. True lilies and daylilies are highly toxic to cats, and even pollen or vase water can cause serious harm, so keep them well away from cats. They can also upset dogs if chewed. If you have a cat at home, ask our florists and we will recommend a beautiful lily-free alternative.

Where can I buy lilies near me?

Looking for where to buy lilies? You can order fresh lilies online from us for same-day delivery in Cape Town and Johannesburg when you order before 12pm. Every arrangement is conditioned and hand-tied in our studio, then hand-delivered so your lilies arrive in perfect condition.

How much are lilies, and what do they cost?

Lily prices depend on the variety, stem length, season and design. Oriental lilies and large arrangements cost more than a simple seasonal bunch. Browse this collection for current pricing on every option, and our florists can suggest a lily design to suit your budget.

What is the difference between Oriental and Asiatic lilies?

Oriental lilies have large blooms and a strong, sweet fragrance. Asiatic lilies are slightly smaller, come in brighter colours and have very little scent. Choose Oriental for perfume and drama, or Asiatic for vivid colour with a lighter fragrance.

Do you deliver lilies nationwide?

Fresh lilies are delivered same-day in Cape Town and Johannesburg only, as fresh flowers travel best locally. For the rest of South Africa, our nationwide gift boxes and hampers are delivered by courier in two to four business days.