Friday, May 31, 2013

The Country Cousin Lilies

The Country Cousin Lilies


A late bloomer this year but lovely all the same. These daylilies are seen all over the place in Texas gardens and usually grow profusely once they are established. Whether or not they are considered “native” plants or not I don't know . We had lots growing in our yard when we moved in but mostly in shady areas so we don't get as many blooms as we would like.
I will try and move at least some of them into a sunny spot where we will get a better display next year.


The other lilies ( the birthday lilies)are cultivated lilies and did very well but are entirely a different kind of lily. These country cousins as the name implies , only last a day before they fade away. The good thing is they often have 2 or 3 buds then waiting to open.

I just love the color among the green.

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