Lingyuan Lily

Lingyuan Lily

Lingyuan Lily is a geographical indication agricultural product.

　　Experts from the Bulbous Flower Branch of the China Horticultural Society conducted on-site inspections and evaluations for Lingyuan City's application to be named "China's No. 1 Lily County." After discussion by the expert group of the China Horticultural Society, the city was awarded the title of "China's No. 1 Lily County."

　　Over the past 30-plus years, Lingyuan’s bulbous flower industry—including cut flowers such as lilies—has seen continuous advancements in production technology, product quality, and economic returns, along with rapid expansion in cultivation area. Lingyuan-produced lilies and other cut flowers are not only sold to many major cities across China but have also entered international markets abroad, earning high praise within the industry.

　　By the end of 2011, the bulbous flower cultivation area in Lingyuan had reached 55,000 mu, with an annual output of 350 million fresh-cut flowers and 300 million bulbs of varieties such as lilies. The total output value hit 650 million yuan. The city had 30,000 households engaged in bulbous flower production, with an average income of 21,700 yuan per household.

　　Experts noted that Lingyuan leads the nation in lily planting area, yield, and output value. The flower industry has formed a complete industrial chain integrating standardized cultivation, domestic bulb propagation, and sales.

　　Geographic Scope

　　Lingyuan Lily production is mainly distributed across 16 towns and streets in the central-northern part of the city, including Chengguan, Xiaochengzi, Wanfadian, Songzhangzi, Dawangzhangzi, Beilu, Wafangdian, Wulanbai, Hongshan, and Dongcheng, covering more than 147 villages. The total production area spans 35,000 mu, with the production zone located between 40°55′24″N to 41°25′16″N latitude and 118°50′26.6″E to 119°12′20″E longitude, at elevations ranging from 339 to 445 meters.

　　Product Quality Characteristics

　　4.1 External Sensory Characteristics: Sturdy and upright stems, well-proportioned plant structure, growth shoots exceeding 100 cm; uniformly sized, broad and flat leaves with deep green color; large, firm flower buds without cracks or deformities, with longer bud length compared to products from other regions; pure and vivid flower color, with a fresh and rich fragrance; cut flowers with good storage capacity and longer vase life than those from other areas. 4.2 Quality and Safety Standards: 4.2.1 Soil: Lingyuan Lily must be planted in fertile, loose, flat soil with organic matter content above 15%, soil pH between 5.5–6.5, and good drainage and irrigation conditions. 4.2.2 Water: Use slightly acidic water for irrigation, with pH between 5.5–6.5; groundwater drip irrigation is preferred, and polluted alkaline water is not allowed. 4.2.3 Air: Production areas should be located far from heavy industrial zones, with air quality meeting national standards of excellent or good.