LILIES FOR GARDEN AND GREENHOUSE 
L. HANSONII 
As reprinted in "Lilies for American Gardens"—By George L. Slate. 
L. Hansonii (Korea). A handsome and dependable lily bearing from 6 to 12 
nodding Martagon type flowers of a rich orange cadmium color with dark 
mahogany spots. The foliage is carried in whorls every few inches up the 
stem. An easily grown species which is at its best in partial shade. Height 
4 to 5 feet. Plant 8 to 10 inches deep in well drained soil. Blooming period, 
June to July. Strong bulbs, 40c each, $4.00 dozen, $30.00 per 100. Large 
selected bulbs, 60c each, $6.00 dozen, $45.00 per 100. September-December 
delivery. 
L. Henryi (China). A fine Chinese species often referred to as the "Orange Speci- 
osum". Extremely hardy, vigorous and dependable. The stems carry bright 
golden yellow reflexed flowers spotted brown, often more than 20 to each 
plant. Excellent for cutting. Height 5 to 8 feet. Plant 8 to 10 inches deep in 
partial shade with good drainage but plenty of moisture during the growing 
season. Blooming period, August to September. Strong flowering size bulbs, 
25c each, $2.50 dozen, $18.00 per 100. Large bulbs, 40c each. $4.00 dozen, 
$30.00 per 100. Extra selected mammoth bulbs, 60c each, $6.00 dozen, 
$45.00 per 100. October-December delivery. 
L. Humboldtii (California). One of the most striking of our native American lilies 
and, although possibly a trifle more difficult to grow to perfection, well worth 
any special care expended on it. The stout stem rises to a height of from 
4 to 6 feet and carries up to 15 orange yellow recurved flowers which are 
spotted maroon or purple. L. Humboldtii is slow to establish itself and may 
not flower the first season after transplanting. Plant 6 to 8 inches deep in 
sun or partial shade. Sharp drainage is essential and the situation should 
be protected from strong cold winds. July flowering. Selected bulbs, 75c 
each, $7.50 dozen. October-November delivery. 
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