LILIES FOR GARDEN AND GREENHOUSE 
L. Roezlii (Oregon and California). A graceful lily somewhat resembling L. Par- 
dalinum in form and coloring. The flowers are of the Martagon type, golden 
yellow shading to orange red at the tips. Should have plenty of moisture 
during the growing season but nevertheless good drainage is essential. 
Plant in partial shade in lime free soil. Height 3 to 5 feet. Plant 4 to 6 
inches deep. July flowering. Flowering bulbs, 35c each, S3.50 dozen, $26.00 
per 100. Selected large bulbs, 50c each, $5.00 dozen. $38.00 per 100. 
October-November delivery. 
L. RUBELLUM 
L. Rubellum (Japan). One of the most lovely of low growing lilies carrying small 
trumpet shaped flowers of a light pink shade on stems which rarely exceed 
18 inches. An extremely early lily, blooming during late May and early 
June. The flowers are fragrant. A fine little lily for rockery planting and 
likewise does well in pots under cool greenhouse conditions. Will stand 
considerable shade. Plant 6 inches deep. Selected bulbs, 50c each, $5.00 
dozen, $36.00 per 100. October-December delivery. 
L. Rubescens (Oregon and California). A native lily which resembles L. Wash- 
ingtonianum but with smaller, more erect flowers with more recurved seg¬ 
ments. Often referred to as the Redwood Lily. The flowers are tubular and 
white, passing to purple with age. Plant 6-8 inches deep in partial shade 
and loose, gravelly soil. Height 3 to 5 feet. June-July blooming. Selected 
bulbs, 75c each, $7.50 dozen. October-November delivery. 
L. Sacajawea (Hybrid). This fine hybrid lily was selected by Dr. David Griffiths 
and is of the same parentage as L. Shuksan, namely L. Humboldtii x L. Par- 
dalinum. In keeping with the other lilies introduced by Dr. Griffiths, this 
plant is named after the Indian guide of Lewis and Clark on their expedition 
into the Northwest. Attaining a height of from 5 to 6 feet, L. Sacajawea 
carries large reflexed flowers deep orange-yellow in color with black spots, 
the stem admirably enhanced by the lustrous foliage which is arranged in 
whorls. Plant in sun or part shade at a depth of 6 inches. A porous soil 
abundant in peat or leaf mold suits it best and good drainage is essential. 
July flowering. Strong flowering bulbs, $2.00 each, $20.00 dozen. October- 
November delivery. 
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