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MENTOR., OHIO WAVS IDE GARDENS 
Garden Lilies 
Lilies, unlike Tulip bulbs, are not all grown in one locality under 
one and the same conditions, but are gathered together from many 
foreign countries. All ripen at different times of the year; there¬ 
fore, orders for Lilies cannot always be filled at one time. The re¬ 
quirements of Lilies vary with each variety. We have a booklet on 
their culture, which will be sent to you upon receipt of 25c. 
Because of the lack of knowledge and the carelessness of many 
planters, we do not guarantee Lilies to grow. We do, however, 
guarantee to supply you bulbs in good condition and will replace 
without charge, any damaged bulbs, immediately upon hearing 
from you. 
‘LILIUM PHILIPPINENSE FORMOSANUM 
The Philippinense Lily is not unlike the Regal Lily in general appear¬ 
ance. The slender stem is covered with the same grassy foliage of the 
Regal Lily. The substantial blooms are trumpet-like, in fact, they are long 
lovely white flowers with a beautiful pale emerald-green throat which gives 
the flower a distinct and delicate appearance. They commence blooming 
in early August and flower until stopped by frost. Bulbs when established 
will produce 3 to 4 spikes each with 4 or 5 blooms. It is a most liberal 
flowering Lily, to all of which may be added that they are among the 
easiest grown. If properly planted about 4 inches deep in well-drained 
sandy soil and given a little covering during the winter they will safely go 
through the coldest weather. August to November flowering. Height 3 to 
4 feet. Each, 30c; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 
LILIUM REGALE 
(The Regal or Royal Lily) 
One of the most beautiful and one of the hardiest Lilies in cultivation— 
Translucent petals with a delightful pearly tint; the contrast between the 
color of the reverse of the petals and the gold shading of the throat is 
extraordinarily beautiful. The Regal Lily is very floriferous and when thor¬ 
oughly established, bears as high as 18 and 20 flowers during the season. 
They succeed in any good, rich garden soil, that is well drained. Because 
Regal Lilies flower so easily from small inexpensive bulbs, we offer this 
variety in many sizes, to suit everyone's purse. (See color page M). 
Flowering Bulbs. 6 to 7 inches. Each, 25c; doz., $2.00; 100, $15.00. 
Flowering Bulbs. 7 to 8 inches. Each, 35c; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 
Flowering Bulbs. 8 to 9 inches. Each, 40c; doz., $4.00; 100, $30.00. 
Flowering Bulbs. 10 to 11 inches. Each, 60c; doz., $5.75; 100, $40.00. 
LILIUM SPECIOSUM 
One of the greatest favorites as a border Lily; of daring as well as beau¬ 
tiful form. It has a strongly waved outline to the petals, which adds much 
to its beauty. It flowers through the late summer into autumn. The cultiva¬ 
tion of this Lily is simple. It may be relied upon to prosper, sending up its 
flowering stems year after year in increasing numbers. 
^Speciosum album. Beautiful, snow-white flowers with a golden green stripe 
through the center of each petal, and anthers of a coppery tint. Alike 
in the form of the flower and in the way of growing, this Lily is one of 
the most beautiful we have. 
Large bulbs. 8 to 9 in. circum. Each, 35c; doz., $3.50; 100, $25.00. 
Mam. bulbs. 9 to 11 in. circum. Each, 45c; doz., $4.50; 100, $35.00. 
♦Speciosum magnificum. (Rubrum ’mproved). Rich ruby-carmine, mar¬ 
gined white; stout of substance and broad of petals. This variety stands 
out prominently on account or its vigorous growth as well as the size 
and depth of coloring. (Color illustration, page M). 
Lar^e bulbs. 9 to 1 1 in. circum. Each, 30c; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 
Mam. bulbs. 11 to 1 3 in. circum. Each, 40c; doz., $4.00; 100, $30.00. 
Li I ies for Indoor Growing 
•Longiflorum giganteum (Japan Easter Lily). This Japanese type is highly 
thought of for late winter and Easter forcing—though the bulbs of fhis 
variety are often carried over in cold storage to be brought into bloom 
at any desired time the succeeding year. The plant is of sturdy stocky 
growth, with black marked stems. The flowers of purest white are the 
largest of the Longiflorums. 
Extra bulbs. 9 to 10 inches. Each, 40c; doz., $4.00; 100, $30.00. 
*Auratum (Gold-Banded Japan Lily). Undoubtedly one of the finest. Its 
Icrge, graceful, fragrant flowers are composed of 6 petals of a delicate 
ivory-white color, thickly studded with chocolate-crimson spots and 
striped through the center a golden yellow. 3 to 5 feet. July to Sep¬ 
tember. 
Large bulbs. 9 to 11 in. circum. Each, 40c; doz., $4.00; 100, $30.00. 
Mam. bulbs. 11 to 13 in. circum. Each, 50c; doz., $5.00; 100, $40.00. 
*Auratum platyphyllum. Also called "Macranthum." This is a robust grow¬ 
ing form; the stem is stouter and attains a greater height; the leaves 
are much broader; enormous flowers, white, richly spotted yellow. Un¬ 
doubtedly the choicest of all. 
Large bulbs. 9 to 1 1 in. circum. Each, 50c; doz., $4.75; 100, $35.00. 
Mam. bulbs. 11 to 13 in. circum. Each, 65c; doz., $6.50; 100, $45.00. 
* : Auratum pictum. Is another splendid form of Auratum and fortunately a 
stronger grower. Each, 65c; doz., $6.50; 100, $50.00. 
*Batemanniae. Clear, glowing apricot flowers, from 3 to 4 inches in diam¬ 
eter, on stems about 3 feet high, borne from 4 to 6 in a terminal umbel 
or cluster; free of spots. Is at its best early in August. 
Each, 35c; doz., $3.50; 100, $25.00. 
*Browni. One of the finest and most satisfactory Lilies. The flower stem is 
3 to 4 feet tall, is tinged with reddish brown and the foliage is long, 
narrow, gracefully curved and of a deep green tint. The trumpet-shaped 
flowers are large, well-formed, and of great substance, lasting a long 
time when cut. These massive, deliciously fragrant flowers open pale 
yellow, fading to a creamy white of great purity. The outside of the 
trumpet is streaked with brown. June-July flowering. 
Each, 65c; doz., $6.50; 100, $50.00. 
*Carolinianum. A showy Lily with slender stems, bearing reflexed, orange- 
red flowers, spotted maroon. Requires a well-drained situation. July and 
August. Height 2 to 3 feet. Each, 35c; doz., $3.50; 100, $25.00. 
*Canadense. Broad, funnel-shaped, drooping flowers, varying from yellow 
to orange; spotted inside; graceful and pretty. Fine among Azaleas, in 
damp peat beds, or leaf mold. Excellent for naturalizing. June-July 
flowering. Each, 20c; doz., $3.00; 100, $15.00. 
^Canadense flavum. Broad, funnel-shaped drooping flowers on longish 
stalks about 3 feet high. Almost bell-shaped with ends of the petals 
only very slightly turned back. Golden yellow, handsomely spotted in¬ 
side. June-July flowering. Each, 25c; doz., $2.75; 100, $20.00. 
^Cholcedonicum. Grows to a height of 3 to 4 feet. Flowers in loose clusters, 
small but symmetrical in shape, with recurved petals; bright red and 
waxlike. Does splendidly in properly drained heavy soil and even in clay; 
should not be disturbed when once established. Often flowers very 
poorly the first season, but nothing is more lovely than a clump of this 
Lily in bloom when established. June-July flowering. 
Each, $1.50; doz., $15.00. 
Concolor. One of the best dwarf Liiles with erect, star-shaped flowers of 
deep scarlet with a few dark spots towards base of petals; will fre¬ 
quently produce three or more stems from one bulb. Suitable for rock 
gardens. July. 18 inches. Each, 30c; doz., $3.00; 100, $20.00. 
^Croceum (Irish Orangeman Lily). (True). Bright orange flowers are car¬ 
ried upright; very hardy, thriving in any soil in a sunny garden border 
or among shrubs in half shade. Is at its best toward the end of June 
and early July. It grows as well in a city plot as in a country garden 
while its leaves show by their deep green color, and the whole plant by 
its robust health and vigor, how little it worries about conditions. y 
Each, 50c; doz., $5.00; 100, $35.00. 
*Davuricum. (See Umbellatum). 
Lilium Speciosum Magnificum 
Lilium Canadense 
Lilium Tigrinum 
