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True
lilies, members of the genus Lilium, are not usually associated with gardens
in south-central Texas. In general, they do not tolerate limestone-derived,
alkaline soils nor drought nor mild winters nor high summer temperatures.
Thankfully, there are a few exceptions. This Lily is easy-to-grow
in a well-drained, raised bed (with high organic matter content) in a shady
location, if given added water during dry spells, especially in summer.
The bulbs divide and they also self-sow, soon forming clumps with stalks
4' to 7' high. Their large, white, trumpet-like, fragrant flowers
occur in mid- to late-summer at the tops of the stems. Grows in half-day
sun. Looks best if given a deep watering every week during a dry
summer.
(Feed with 2 to 3 Agriform
21-gram,
2-year fertilizer tablets at the bottom of the hole at planting time.) |