THE INTRODUCTION STUDY OF NEW LILY CULTIVARS FROM SECTION I. ASIATIC HYBRIDS IN ALTAI

An introduction study of new lily cultivars was carried out in order to improve the range for rational use in floriculture in Altai Territory. The objects of the study were 7 domestic cultivars and 4 foreign ones from Section I. Asian hybrids. New lily cultivars overwintered without damage. Phenological phases of development fit into the growing season. The cultivars ‘Axioma’, ‘Abaddon’ and ‘Salmon Twinkle’ are distinguished by the duration and productivity of flowering, furthermore, they are recommended for landscaping. The cultivar ‘Abaddon’, which has sterile anthers, can be grown as cut flowers. For rapid reproduction and obtaining commercial bulbs in three years, we recommend the bulbous cultivars ‘Axioma’ and ‘Abaddon’, these cultivars are also sources of decorative and economically valuable traits for breeding.