LILIES FOR GARDEN AND GREENHOUSE 
L. Sulphureum (syn. Myriophyllum superbum) (Burma). Easily one of the most 
beautiful trumpet lilies ever introduced. Buds of this lily often measure 11 
inches in length and the fragrant flowers upon opening are a pale sulphur 
yellow deepening in color at the throat. The exterior is tinged with claret red. 
Should be planted in full sun in a protected southerly exposure. This lily, 
like L. Bulbiferum and L. Sargentiae, carries bulblets in the leaf axils and 
is best propagated in this manner. Height 5 to 7 feet. Plant 8 to 10 inches 
deep in lime free soil. Blooming period, August and September. Top growth 
of this lily does not usually appear before June. Strong flowering bulbs, 
$1.00 each, $10.00 dozen. Selected large bulbs, $1.50 each, $15.00 dozen. 
November-March delivery. 
L. Superbum (Eastern United States). This lily is commonly known as the 
American Turks Cap or Swamp Lily and is easily one of the finest of our 
native plants. The growth is somewhat similar to L. Pardalinum, the flowers 
being bright orange suffused yellow and spotted brown. The leaves are 
arranged in whorls on stems which attain a height up to 8 feet, although 
the average growth is 5 to 6 feet. This lily is easily established if it is 
provided with a moist lime free soil and partial shade. Good drainage 
is likewise essential. Plant 5 inches deep. Blooming period, July to August. 
First size bulbs, 35c each, $3.50 dozen, $26.00 per 100. October-November 
delivery. 
L. TENUIFOLIUM GOLDEN GLEAM 
L. Tenuifolium Golden Gleam (Hybrid). A beautiful form of L. Tenuifolium re¬ 
puted to be a hybrid between the type and L. Martagon Album. The plant 
is similar to L. Tenuifolium except that the flowers are golden yellow. Very 
hardy and of easy culture. Plant as for L. Tenuifolium. Selected bulbs, 20c 
each, S2.00 dozen, $15.00 per 100. 
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