LILIES FOR GARDEN AND GREENHOUSE 
L. Umbellatum Splendidum. One of the latest to flower, this variety carries large 
vermilion flowers shaded orange. Does well in partial shade. 35c each, 
$3.50 dozen. 
L. Umbellatum Vermillion Brilliant. Medium tall variety with crimson-blood red 
flowers. Quite distinct from other varieties and excellent for the cool green¬ 
house. Strong bulbs, 35c each, $3.50 dozen. $26.00 per 100. 
L. Wallichianum (Himalaya). This lovely trumpet lily is a native of the Western 
Himalayas and is quite rare in cultivation. It is best grown under glass in 
the north where extreme frost is encountered but can be handled outdoors in 
warmer climates. We have found it quite hardy here, even small seedlings 
being grown in the open. The flowers are creamy white and fragrant and 
the plant grows from 3 to 5 feet tall. For outdoor culture plant 6 to 8 inches 
deep in a sunny protected situation with sharp drainage. Flowering period 
August to September. Flowering bulbs, $1.00 each, $10.00 dozen. October- 
November delivery. 
L. Washingtonianum var. Minor (California). This variety of L. Washingtonianum 
is the true Shasta lily and is not as tall as var. Purpureum (Mt. Hood lily) 
and the growth is more slender. The flowers are similar to the latter variety 
and are very fragrant. Culture same as the Mt. Hood lily. Selected bulbs, 
75c each, $7.50 dozen. October-November delivery. 
L. WASHINGTONIANUM VAR. PURPUREUM 
L. Washingtonianum var. Purpureum (Pacific Northwest). Often referred to as 
the Mount Hood lily, this species is one of our most beautiful natives. The 
flower heads will often carry up to 30 blooms, funnel shaped and pure 
white with purple dots in the throat. The flowers turn to a lilac purple color 
as they fade. Fragrant. Best planted in a partially shaded position and 
good drainage is essential. Plant 8 to 10 inches deep. Height 3 to 6 feet. 
Blooming period, June to July. Flowering bulbs, 50c each, $5.00 dozen, 
$38.00 per 100. Extra strong bulbs, 75c each, $7.50 dozen, $56.00 per 100. 
October-November delivery. 
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