LILIES 
For Garden and Greenhouse 
With the advent of another season we are pleased to present to Lily enthusi¬ 
asts throughout the country the new edition of our catalogue of bulbs and seed 
of the genus Lilium. The increase of home grown stocks has made it possible this 
season to offer a number of species and varieties which we have not heretofore 
listed and we are hopeful that these additions will assist in completing our cus¬ 
tomers' collections. Unless otherwise noted, all bulbs offered for sale are home 
grown stock and the illustrations in our present catalog are of specimens selected 
in our own plantings. It has been encouraging to note the increased demand for 
first class stock during the past year and, with the experience of another season 
behind us, we feel even better prepared to send forward bulbs which have had 
careful attention during growth and which have been dug and shipped at the 
proper time and by the most approved methods. We wish to thank our many 
customers for their support and comments and trust that we may have the 
pleasure of extending the scope of our acquaintanceship with garden lovers 
during the present year. 
NOTES ON LILY CULTURE 
The following suggestions in regard to lily culture are offered as a guide to 
proper handling and in this limited space we unfortunately cannot give in com¬ 
plete detail every phase of the subject. For those interested in further informa¬ 
tion, we will be glad to answer inquiries on specific problems or refer the writer 
to standard works on lilies and their culture which are quite authoritative. 
Plant at the prescribed depth and in the location recommended for each 
species. Make certain of good drainage. This is essential to success with lilies. 
Envelop the bulbs in sharp sand when planting. This will assist in prompt drain¬ 
age and assure your finding the bulbs should it be necessary to move them. 
Part shade is best for most species. Provide it by intelligent planting among 
shrubbery or trees. Incorporate peat moss to lighten heavy soils and fertilize 
with bone meal on permanent plantings. The use of manures cannot be recom¬ 
mended and chemical fertilizers should only be applied to lily plantings by 
those who have had experience in their selection and application. 
All lilies enjoy leaf mold and sharp sand in the planting soil. Mulch with 
peat moss V2 to 1 inch deep in the early spring. This conserves the natural 
moisture in the soil and gives the bulbs a cool rooting medium. 
One of the first requisites of success with lilies is to plant them at the proper 
time. All of the species are not identical in this respect as some are ready for 
digging earlier than others. 
Without exception, however, all lily bulbs are best planted as soon as pos¬ 
sible after they are dormant in the fall. L. Candidum, L. Chalcedonicum and L. 
Testaceum are ready for delivery toward the end of August and should be set 
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