I bought a package of mixed Asiatic Lilies last month that have been growing like weeds, so far these are the first blooms but there are a couple of dozen more getting ready. ( photo / image / picture from toni's Garden ) ( photo / image / picture from toni's Garden ) ( photo / image / picture from toni's Garden ) And this Sunflower was planted by either a squirrel or bird from the birdfeeder. It's about 3feet tall and growing in a pot out back. ( photo / image / picture from toni's Garden )
Your lillies are very pretty Toni. I like the bright orange. Mine won't be blooming till later so its great to see everyones flowers.
I have never planted Asiatic Lilies before, didn't know if they were fragrant or not.....so I stuck my face in one to smell. Not fragrant but it was very willing to share it's orange pollen with my nose, upper lip and cheek.
Yep, the lilies are very generous that way. I usually wander about with an orange nose when the orientals bloom. They've got a heavenly scent.
Oooh absolutely beautiful. You just made my day - those flowers sure can brighten up any dreary day (I had a dreary day up till now.) :-D
Glad you all enjoyed the blooms. I have never had Asiatic lilies before and didn't realize that they were such a sturdy feeling flower, really thick and intense orange. I think there are some white ones that will be opening soon but can't tell yet what color the others will be. But I will take pictures when they bloom.
