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Lilium - Lily
As the selection of Lilies is vast the plant has been categorized into groups. What type of Lily do you want for your garden? When do they bloom and are they easy to grow for the garden beginner? They range in height, shape, color, scent and bloom time. Asiatic Lilies usually bloom early and are easy to grow. The color range is phenomenal and the shape is upward, downward or horizontal. The Lilies in this group are usually not fragrant however I strongly recommend purchasing the fragrant species as the aroma produced is wonderful providing the gardener with an additional reward for planting these magnificent bulbs.
Martagon Lilies bloom early, require some shade and attain height of four to six feet. Martagon Hybrids possess flowers facing downwards which are referred to as the Turks-Cap shape. Candidum Lilies attain a height of four to five feet and face downwards. Candidum Hybrids are trumpet shaped and bloom from June to July. These Lilies are fragrant but often difficult to locate.
American Hybrids are simply stunning. They attain a height of four to seven feet and most of Lilies in this division are Turks Cap shaped. American Hybrids thrive in light shade.
Trumpet Hybrids attain a height of four to six feet. They are shaped like trumpets and bloom in July and August. These Lilies are very fragrant and the flowers are large. Some plants may require staking.
Oriental Hybrids attain a height of two to eight feet. These Lilies may produce twelve inch flowers. Oriental Hybrids bloom from August to September. These Lilies are more difficult to grow than other divisions.
The North American Lily Society which may be accessed by clicking here provides phenomenal information and instruction regarding Lilies. Their comprehensive site assists the beginner gardener, the novice gardener and the expert gardener. The address provided includes vital information on planting Lilies, care for your Lilies, types of Lilies, propagation of Lilies, growing your Lily from seed, and hybridizing. Also click on their image gallery to view Asiatics, Martagons, Americans, Trumpets and Aurelians, Orientals and many more images of breathtaking award winning Lilies.
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