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them, to follow them, where the same vivid note is needed until 
frost. 
MADONNA (LILIUM CANDIDUM) 
Madonna Lilies, like the Umbellatum, may be grown in groups, 
yet care must be taken that they never have a "hard” background, 
but must be protected by plants or shrubs having delicate blos¬ 
soms or foliage. 
TIGER LILIES 
The old Tiger Lily that is so common in many sections has been 
greatly improved by cultivation, and the new Tiger Lily is of 
such height and beauty that it takes its place among the Aristo¬ 
crats when placed in the proper setting. In early Spring it may 
be planted in sand, nine inches deep, singly or in small groups. It 
requires less water than most Lilies or bulbs. The bulbils that form 
in the axils of the leaves may be gathered or planted by bending 
the leaves over and covering them with sand. These bulbils will 
grow and flower in three years. (See page 122). 
HEMEROCALLIS 
Of outstanding interest is Mikado, a brilliant yellow with a 
large reddish blotch. Among the best of the older varieties, almost 
continuous bloomers, of a light lemon color are Flava and Flor - 
ham . Vesta, deep orange-yellow with traces of red and Golden 
Bell, have tremendous flowers, but are rather low-growing in 
comparison with Wau-Bun, with its dark green foliage and Ophir, 
a dark golden yellow which are among the latest to bloom. 
AMAZON LILY (EUCHARIS) 
A showy, fragrant Lily is only semi-hardy, requiring to be 
potted during the Winter months. 
LILY OF THE NILE (AGAPANTHUS) 
This gorgeous blue Lily also is semi-hardy, requiring to be 
potted. These two Lilies are most attractive used in those tubs or 
