Saskatchewan

• The Canadian province of Saskatchewan selected the Western red lily as its provincial flower in 1941. In Canada, the lily is a protected species.
  
  

Growing Conditions

• In the wild, these lilies grow in moist meadows and semi-wooded areas throughout Saskatchewan. In the United States, Western red lilies are native to Oregon and California.
  
  

Size

• Western red lilies grow up to 5 feet high on a single stalk with six petals forming a star-like shape.
  
  

Threats

• Western red lily conservation efforts face several threats. Real estate development and forest clearing have destroyed the flower's habitat. Animals like elk, deer, voles and cattle graze upon lily plants.