Protected Cultivation Technology of Lilium

Abstract

Floriculture is gaining recognition as a profitable alternative to traditional field crops due to its ability to yield higher returns per unit area. The liberalization of the indian economy lead to the transformation of the domestic horticulture trade from an unorganized sector to an organized one, marked by the active involvement of corporate giants. Lilies rank amongst the world’s top ten flowers,
recognized for their high value due to striking colours, admirable vase-life and in some instances, invigorating fragrance. It is extensively utilized in the floral industry, both as cut flowers and as potted plants. The paper discusses the protected cultivation technology of lilium for commercial purpose.