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LILIES FOR GARDEN AND GREENHOUSE 



L. HANSONII 
As reprinted in ‘Lilies for American Gardens’’—By George L. Slate. 
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. 
L. Humboldtii var. Bloomerianum. A dwarf variety of L. Humboldtii, which is a 
native of altitudes up to 5,000 feet in Southern California. More adaptable 
to garden conditions than the foregoing type but growing only 2/2 to 4 feet 
tall. Similar in coloring and cultural requirements. Large bulbs, 75¢ each, 
$7.50 dozen. 
L. Humboldtii var. Magnificum (syn. var. Ocellatum). This is undoubtedly the best 
form of L. Humboldtii for general garden use. An extremely strong plant 
which flowers more freely than the type and is more easily established. The 
large reflexed flowers are of a golden orange color dotted maroon, each dot 
bordered by a crimson circle. The dark green foliage is most attractive and 
is borne in whorls upon the stem. The large bulbs may be planted quite 
deeply—8 to 10 inches being recommended under ordinary conditions. Best 
situated in a sunny position associated with a dwarf ground cover. Height 
4 to 6 feet. July flowering. Strong flowering bulbs, $1.00 each, $10.00 doz. 
Large bulbs, $1.50 each, $15.00 dozen. 
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